ThrustMaster Pro FCS Boot Retaining Ring

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UPDATE: Uploaded higher-res .STL file. FreeCAD decided to export using low-poly meshing for some reason. The ThurstMaster FCS remained unrivaled as the ultimate joystick until the ThrustMaster FLCS arrived on the scene, but it had one major shortcoming - the plastic ring securing the rubber boot was notoriously prone to cracking over time. In stark contrast, every other component was crafted from metal, rendering this particular part the weak link in the chain. Unfortunately, ThrustMaster's demise came at the hands of Guillemot, which acquired the company only to dismantle it and retain its name along with a few CAD files. As a result, replacement parts are now all but impossible to come by. The scarcity of aftermarket parts is largely due to the fact that old-school analog joysticks have become relics of the past, appealing primarily to retro gaming enthusiasts, nostalgic gamers, and historians chronicling classic gaming's legacy. Enter 3D printing - a game-changing technology poised to breathe new life into these vintage peripherals. The design is meticulously crafted using precise measurements extracted directly from the original part and rigorously tested on actual hardware. To achieve a visually identical replication of the injection-molded piece, it's highly recommended that you utilize ABS/ASA materials and apply a vapor bath for optimal results. Alternatively, nylon would yield an exceptionally durable component that would never require replacement. In this test iteration, red ASA was employed to clearly delineate which specific part is being replicated.