2000 Escalade console latch

[Jeff Groves]

I've started 3D modleing the release system for that pesky top lid latch.
(If you have a broken system? You know what I'm talking about!)
I found good pictures of the parts so plan to 3D Print them to fix my lid.
Think I may put "Bomb Release" On that button.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Today I remove that top lid so I can start the measuring for the parts needed.
I have none of the stock parts as the lid was screwed down and would not open.
The first part I make will be the slider latch. That way I can get the scale and find proper springs.
I'll also trace the shape of the visible outer contour and use that as a pattern in 3Ds Max to make the basic shape of the hold down system. And get measurements for that part.
Then I'll make the actual button part after that.
One thing I plan to do is make that hold down part WAY stronger! Just looking at the pictures tells me why they break.
I'll print in Petg for max UV resistance and temperature stability.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Started the base latch part that holds the lid down.
I had to adjust the scale in 3Ds Max to match my slicer program.
I figure I'm about 80% done with it after a few test prints.
Now to source the springs and finish that part before starting the other 2 parts.

I'll use some clay to do some measuring for the next parts.
Put the clay in the latch area and close the lid. That will give me the thickness I can work with.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Down the road a bit and I have most of the parts designed.
A few more days and I should have the working prototype done.

And NO. I will not release the STL files!

 

[Jeff Groves]

Prototype work is going great. Once everything is tested and working as it should?
I'll finish the detail and print at a finer setting.

 

[Jeff Groves]

I'd like to find someone that needs just the outter part and has all the internal parts.
I'd send a test print of that to them at no cost.

 

[gsmach1]

I'd like to find someone that needs just the outter part and has all the internal parts.
I'd send a test print of that to them at no cost.

Hey Jeff I have all the parts, my outer part is broken. I would really appreciate if you could send me a test print. Thanks.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Send me your address and I'll ship one to you. I could also use some measurements of the button part and the latch part if you would be so kind.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Send me your address and I'll ship one to you. I could also use some measurements of the button part and the latch part if you would be so kind.

Good to see you back.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Guess @gsmach1 don't want that free part.

 

[gsmach1]

Hi Jeff sorry I just sent you a message.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Got it! Will print one out tonight and get it on it's way.

 

[Jeff Groves]

The part is on it's way.
I'll PM a Tracking Number.

 

[gsmach1]

The part is on it's way.
I'll PM a Tracking Number.

I got the part and installed it. Thank you so much! Here are some pics.

 

[Jeff Groves]

Good to know it works with Stock parts! And Thank You for the diagram of the other parts.
Those will help finish the whole replacement setup.


I do see a few areas I can improve to make that one part stronger.
I'll also add a few things that will help stop that outer part from breaking in the 1st place.

 

[Jeff Groves]

3 more of the outter shell parts shipping Monday morning.

 

[Chevylife85]

I would like to place a order for one.

3 more of the outter shell parts shipping Monday morning.
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@Chevylife85

The OP hasn't been on here since last July, unfortunately.

 

[Chevylife85]

Appreciate it. I saw that when I clicked on his name. Hopefully he receive a email that I sent him a message. I’ll buy two to three just to have them on hand.

 

[Jeff Groves]

@Chevylife85

The OP hasn't been on here since last July, unfortunately.

Actually? I check this forum almost everyday.