Hot Rod

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It appears you've provided a set of instructions for printing a Hotrod model using a 3D printer, along with some details on the materials and settings to use. Here's a breakdown of the key points: **Printing Instructions** 1. **Preparation**: Make sure your 3D printer is set up correctly with the necessary settings. 2. **Layer Height**: Use a layer height of 0.3mm for most parts, except for certain pieces that require a finer detail (e.g., grill surround, fins). 3. **Raft and Infill**: Build with a raft to ensure proper adhesion to the print bed, and use an infill percentage of 10% unless specified otherwise. 4. **Color Settings**: Use specific colors as indicated in the instructions. **Component Instructions** 1. **Floor**: Print the floor flat on the base plate. 2. **Rear Rail**: Print two rear rails on their sides. 3. **Front Arm LHS/RHS**: Print both front arms on their sides with the engine mount facing upwards, using supports to ensure proper adhesion. 4. **Drop Axle and Radiator**: Print this component flat on the back face of the print bed. 5. **Grill Surround**: Print the grill surround on a flat edge (back) with a layer height of 0.2mm and use supports. **Specific Components** 1. **Headlights**: Rotate the STL file so that the dome sits on the print bed, or paint chrome to match. 2. **Rear Axle**: Print this component flat on the print bed as it opens. 3. **Window Frames**: Build these components standing up on a round base. **Tips and Considerations** 1. **Supports**: Use supports when necessary to ensure proper adhesion and prevent warping or damage to the printed parts. 2. **Raft Removal**: Take care when removing parts from the raft, as they can be delicate. 3. **Post-Printing Assembly**: Some components require assembly after printing, such as breaking off support structures. **Additional Materials** 1. **PVA Glue**: Use PVA glue to assemble certain components (e.g., radiator pipes). 2. **Filament**: Add filament to create fuel lines for the carbies. 3. **Clear Plastic**: Recycle clear plastic packaging sheets to create a windshield. I hope this breakdown helps you understand the instructions and prepare your 3D printer for printing the Hotrod model!