Toyota Spare Tire Panel Lock Device

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I collect old cars, each one purchased brand new and still in my possession. I'm proud to say that I maintain them myself. This particular item is a replacement part for my 2000 Toyota Camry, but it's likely compatible with other Toyota models from the same era, such as the Avalon. This part replaces the trim piece covering the spare tire in the trunk. If your car has a similar design, this should fit perfectly. It uses the original nut from the old part, so if you don't have one, you can easily find a replacement at a local DIY or auto parts store. Some tips for printing this part: 1. Use a durable filament like ABS or PETG; PLA might be too brittle. 2. Choose a high infill percentage, ideally 100%, to make it more sturdy. 3. I made some modifications to the original design: all dimensions are slightly increased, and the nut now inserts from the top for added security against pull-through.