Realistic DX-350 Shortwave Radio Battery Door

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I've finally got my hands on a DX-350 radio battery door after owning this thing forever! It's amazing how long it took to find one, but now that I have it, I'm excited to share it with others who might be searching for the same thing. If you're reading this and own a DX-350, chances are you're one of the few remaining owners on earth. I've been on a mission to design and 3D print a battery door that fits perfectly and works flawlessly. After trying out 12 different versions, I finally succeeded in creating one that not only fits snugly but also opens and closes smoothly without any issues. I have no idea what the original battery door looked like or how it worked, so this custom-made design could be better or worse - time will tell! If you're missing a battery door altogether, this one is definitely an upgrade. Before installing the door, make sure to break off the small support at the end of the door clip. It's a tiny piece that's only 0.4mm wide and easily pops off. To install the door, simply slide the hinge end into place first, then pull the door back with the finger slot until it clicks into position. I used plain old PLA for this project, and it worked beautifully - the material is flexible enough to withstand multiple openings and closings without any issues. That's it! Enjoy your new battery door, and I hope you find it as useful as I do.