Shifting paddles for Logitech Driving Force GT steering wheel With Magnets

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Remix of Mapes' Excellent Paddles mod for the Driving Force GT. I've modified it with an extra plate and cutouts in the paddles to hold 4x 18mm x 5mm magnets. The idea is that the paddles have a reset force which makes them more secure and easier to feel when you are actually pressing them down. The magnets are glued in place. I also added 3 holes for M3 screws on each paddle if you want to cut a carbon fiber sheet or design larger paddles, you can attach them there. These are the kind of magnets used - standard "fridge" magnet. A set of 8 was purchased at the dollar store. With better magnets, you'll likely have a crisper snap feeling. https://www.amazon.ca/Magnets-Refrigerator-Projects-Experiments-Organization/dp/B07B9MPKLH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549386280&sr=8-1&keywords=18mm+magnet Edit: A version of the paddles that can fit two magnets stacked together for extra reset strength has been added. The original magnets aren't strong enough to reach through the plastic as much as desired. This stacks two magnets on top of each other and puts them closer together. The extra plate requires longer screws than Mapes' design. Four 10-24 2-1/2" screws were used. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1359631