Ryobi Air filter cover - lazer hole pattern

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The cover on the Ryobi 26cc powerhead has a tendency to come loose. You can quickly improvise by taking off the plastic cap from a paint spray can and cutting holes in it using a laser cutter. Alternatively, you could drill holes into it, but that would be time-consuming and messy. The filter itself can be made of packing foam. I also have a file that cuts an 8cm circle out of loose density packing foam. If you don't have access to a laser cutter, you can simply use scissors to cut the material. A crucial component in holding the cover and filter over the intake is a 3" wide rubber band with a thickness of 1/4". Some additional pictures will be uploaded later when there's more interest from viewers. Unfortunately, two photos I took of the actual unit were taking too long to upload and didn't finish processing. The design file for this modification has some repeating patterns of laser-cut holes that are spaced 3 or 4 inches apart in the same place. It's essential to be present in the same room as the laser cutter while it's operating, as leaving it unattended can lead to problems. I intend to correct these issues once I have more time.