F1 Style sim racing wheel

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UPDATE 3: Updated the files to my v3, which uses an M4 blot instead of M3 to mount the handles, which gives it more rigidity. I also found out that using the slit up handles introduces a lot of play, so I don't think that was a very good idea. At the moment I'm finding the best place to mount the paddle shifters to, I will update the files when I've got it figured out. I've printed the whole thing with 50% infill. I haven't fully tested it hard or anything, but it feels very sturdy. Update 2: Here is a video showing the buttonplate + one handle while testing my nextion display. The display is controlled with SimHub by Wotever.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKzepApygx0 I'm also uploading the handles in 2 pieces, so there is no need for support material and the result is a much nicer finish. Update 1: I guess the handles need to be printed with either a good adhering brim or with a raft. I've tried printing one and had some adhesion and warping issues. Other than that it feels very strong at 30% infill. I've also added a thicker button plate, 4mm instead of 3mm, and countersunk the screw holes according to the DIN 965 standard. A while back I decided to start designing a F1 wheel to use on my Thrustmaster TX wheel, because I didn't like the Ferrari design already out there. This one is modeled after the wheel found in the Mclaren MP4-28. I don't know if the handles can be printed without support, but I am going to wrap them in handlebar tape anyway. I designed it to mount on the 70mm bolt pattern found on the Thrustmaster adapter found here, designed by Slowly: http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:976223 I plan on either drilling a hole in the adapter for the cable to pass through, or try and edit the model. I'm planning to put my 4.3'' Nextion display in it, but I included the Solidworks file for the button plate so anyone can remodel it to their own taste. Feel free to leave any suggestions. BOM: 6x M5 screw (to attach to hub) 7x M310mm screw 4x M320mm screw 10x 7mm push-buttons (if there is need for bigger buttons, let me know) Print Settings Printer: Tevo Tarantula Big Bed Resolution: 0.2 Infill: 50%