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Repair Everyday Objects with Free 3D Models

Self-manufacturing can be a real nightmare if you’re constantly printing useless toys and gadgets. Once you’ve exhausted the library of plastic gizmo, widget, and doodad, there’s always more thingamabob to horde. Why not use your 3D printer to repair things you already own? Below is a list of my favorite 3D models shared by hackers and makers at Thingiverse for fixing everyday objects you have around your home – like your guitar or dishwasher.

Repair Your Matsui MF654EWN Dishwasher

Fix Your Guitar’s Broken Nut

Replace Your Pinball Flipper ( Do you have a pinball machine? Let’s be friends.)

Replace the Wheel Holder on Your Ikea Wardrobe

Replace Your Car Window Crank

Replace Your Tape Roller

Replace Your Logitech Keyboard Feet

For more replacement parts, head over to Thingiverse.

 

 

 

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