Power Cover for Classic Trillium Trailer

[joe.stubbs]

The power access panel on my Trillium was causing me problems. I looked around but could not find a suitable replacement.

Mice and bugs were able to enter my trailer through the electrical cord causing a mess inside the trailer.

My solution was to create a water tight screw on power receptacle using. I created a separate screw on plug for when the trailer is not connected to Hydro, or for storage and towing.

I designed this part and printed it using a 3D printer. I've made several other hard to find plastics parts for my trillium using this method.

-Joe

[billyjcoombs]

the future is now

[Thomas G.]

Awesome!

[joe.stubbs]

I made the design available on Shapeways, however they charge a lot of money to use their 3D printers. I think the total cost is over $200 + shipping.

If someone wants one of these, I could print the parts at my cost for $60 + shipping.

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by joe.stubbs

I made the design available on Shapeways, however they charge a lot of money to use their 3D printers. I think the total cost is over $200 + shipping.

If someone wants one of these, I could print the parts at my cost for $60 + shipping.

Gulp....$200 for that part?

[joe.stubbs]

Shapeways is a company that will print 3D objects for you and send them to your mailbox. 3D printing isn't exactly cheap yet.

-Joe

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by joe.stubbs

Shapeways is a company that will print 3D objects for you and send them to your mailbox. 3D printing isn't exactly cheap yet.

-Joe

Very cool, but for now I'll stick to my lathe and scrap aluminum.

[Donna D.]

3D printing is not only NOW, but the future. Totally cool stuff. Remember when only RICH people had laser printers at home....

[Jim Bennett]

Cool design, Joe. Looks like it will work slick. And $200 for a one off item does not seem that ridiculous, besides if it works good for you then it is invaluable.

[Donna D.]

Jim Bennett is spot ON it's not about anybody's needs but your own. I've seen a lot of "mods" that I would consider ridiculous, but since it's not my NEEDS who cares? It's ALL about you and your needs and wants and as long as it works for you....

[Thomas G.]

Originally Posted by Donna D.

3D printing is not only NOW, but the future. Totally cool stuff. Remember when only RICH people had laser printers at home....

I remember when only rich people owned digital cameras.

[cpaharley2008]

and computers....

[tractors1]

I used this one for a lot less than $200.........

MARINCO Inlet at West Marine

Charlie Y

[Thinh]

...My Trillium has one which is modified from an...18wheeler connector. It is air-tighted, water/snow proof. I do not know how much it costs as new but mine is 5 bucks from junk yard. In photo it is the one with green lid. Enjoy it...

[David Tilston]

This was my solution. Still needed to make an aluminum plate.
http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...ded-50948.html

[LucilleL]

Hi,
Great job, this looks like a very good solution!
Could you share the 3d model? My son has a 3d printer and would like to print one for our trailer.

[Markz]

Love your use of a 3D printer! I'm sure there are plenty of other upgrades you can make with one.

I purchased and installed a used Marinco 30amp inlet because of power needs.

[Markz]

Sorry for double picture. Somethings wrong with the app.