Pics or it didn't happen!
Or in other words.
How about someone posts the 3D model here so we can all print it easily?

 

Ok. This is the part I made. Sorry I don't know how to get the image smaller in the post. I think I did this part in .010" resolution; the .005" part will look a bit better. I can post the model as well if someone can tell me how. I may revisit the model and change it to match the original without the screw.

 

I've had to redesign my cover a little, to make it stronger, since it is 3D printed and not pressure molded. It is impossible to make it as strong as the original using the same dimensions because of different manufacturing techniques, but the functionality is the same and the fitment looks good. I made the cover extra thick by 0.2mm, then sand it down to smooth it out. Acetone makes it even smoother. I already have few of them printed, PM me if anybody wants first batch.

 

I'll take a couple when they are ready

 

So I printed it in .005" resolution. The result was not appreciably better than the .010" version and it takes quite a bit longer to print. So I modified the model a little bit and I'll do more of these in .010" in a few days. They build pretty quickly so I can offer them at $20.00 each. I think I'll put it on eBay to manage the requests and payments. I've not done that before so give me a few days to work it out. I'll package the item with a #2 x 3/8 self tapping screw (it's not a common size so it will be easier if I buy a package of them). It will take a hole drilled in plastic (not the metal loop), I think #48 but I'll check it.

I'll also send the model to a guy early in the thread who will post it for those who want to try it on their own. However the parts off hobbyist printers may not work well, the retaining tabs are quite small and will be fragile in any case. Fused Deposition (FDM) ABS is a pretty robust material and it works well.

 

G’day Niles,

I’ll take three of them them when you get production up and running.

I like the idea of the securing screw as part of one of my fobs has the catch area missing.

Cheers,
Jeff.

 

How much for one shipped to Richmond Virginia 23225 US?

 

Be advised that nileseh and I (mckarlas) both made 3D printed battery covers. I made mine as close to the original as possible (snaps into place), nileseh made his to use a small screw to secure the cover. When you are asking questions in this thread, please let us know which battery cover you are talking about or are interested in.
Thank You

 

Thanks for the snap on version quote. I'd like a number for the screw on one as well so it can't wander off again!!!

 

Thanks mckarlas, it just arrived and it fits very well!

 

Big thanks to mckarlas for send a pair of covers to the other side of the world, they fitted perfectly! Thanks Karolis!

 

New covers fitted.
Thank you to Karolis for sending to UK. Very generously sent 3 covers to make the cost of shipping economic. I needed 2, and now I have a spare
They fit perfectly, and very fast delivery.

Very happy

Peter

 

G’day mckarlas and nilesh,

After your success with the key fob battery cover what do you reckon the chance is of being able to replicate these parts? They are the LHS and RHS supports for the rear section of the inside sliding roof. They are very fragile and often break.

Cheers,
Jeff.

 

Jeff: Funny you should ask. Mine broke earlier this year. The short fix turned out to be that they are (were at the time?) still available. The part numbers are HNB1774AA for the right and HNB1775AA for the left. There is a Jaguar X300 Service Bulletin 13-39 9 (attached I think) that shows the assembly and part numbers. I don't think they were more than about $20 each. I don't recall the source, but I'm sure a search of those part numbers will yield something.

The longer fix (in the event they are no longer available) is probably the topic of a different thread, but summarized, I took the opportunity to measure all the components in the lift and slide mechanism and created CAD models of the lot. I also printed a preliminary part of most of the components to check dimensions against the original parts and updated the models. I did not use the parts, except for the die cast lever arms. One of mine broke on reassembly so I had replacements printed from stainless steel and replaced both. Not necessarily an easy task, but with enough machine tools it can be accomplished.

The models I have of the plastic parts have not yet been modified into a part that can be printed. I think it will actually be stronger than the injection molded part. Let me know if the parts are not available and I should be able to do something with it. However my printer is offline due to a factory move and won't be available until likely the end of November. If we go further with this, we probably should create a new topic so this doesn't get convoluted

Regards, Niles.

 

G’day Niles,

Thank you for your quick and informative response. Not long after I bought my car, around 12 years ago, I had to replace the plastic part of my tilt/slide mechanism and had to buy the whole assembly to get the one part, very expensive way to get a small part but at the time the only option available.

I’m going to try and JB weld my broken part but if that doesn’t work then I’ll contact you again about the possibility of making some replacements.

If I haven’t already mentioned it you keep fob battery covers are great.

Cheers,
Jeff.
Jeff.

 

When I search on part numbers HNB1774AA and HNB1775AA, I see the descriptions as sun roof drain -- not seeing any images of the part to confirm though.

 

I need a couple of the snap in battery covers. Are they still available?

 

I have battery covers on eBay, but they are not snap on. I replaced the snap feature with a small screw to hold the cover in place. This is the link with a picture:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Jaguar-X300...r/143321765747
There is a cover that someone else printed that snaps in place, but I don't know the availability. If you scroll up on this thread, you should be able to find it.
Niles

 

I just noticed that this question didn't come from who I thought. I did respond to it with this but sent it as a message to someone else in Australia.

This is what I see at my favorite source, SNG Barratt:

Sunroof Drain Support RH (HNB1774AA)
US$19.49 Special Order Goods - Estimated lead time 5 - 7 days




I'm not entirely why the "drain channel support" is primary in the description, but there you have it.



Niles

 

nsxguy7, yes, I still have the covers available, shoot me a PM with the quantity, address and I'll give you total
Thank You
Karolis D.