Side view mirror actuator shaft and gear replacement

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Have you ever shattered your side view mirror by pushing it in too hard? The mirror itself wasn't cracked, but the delicate gear behind the glass was broken instead. I carefully took apart the mirror and exposed the broken shaft and gear, and I'm glad I have a reliable 3D printer at my disposal! Side view mirrors don't come with interchangeable parts, so you can't simply purchase the shaft or gear separately. Dealerships sell brand new assemblies for around $300, while online marketplaces like eBay charge upwards of $50 for a replacement actuator. By contrast, printing out these custom parts on my 3D printer costs less than a dollar. If you're dealing with a similar side view mirror actuator and need access to these parts, feel free to download the files and give them a try – they might just work for you! **Print Settings:** * Printer: Monoprice Maker Select V2.1 * Supports: Yes * Resolution: Set to the highest resolution my printer can handle * Infill: 100% PLA