2manytoyz
Jul 24, 2019Explorer
3D printed mouse proof RV utility hatches
Our Forest River Georgetown uses a marine style hatch for the water and power cord connections. While this works well, it leaves a large opening for rodents to climb through.
There are many possible solutions, but I have a 3D printer, and this is a pretty simple project.
I've uploaded the 3D files on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3756856
Each piece has 15mm x 3mm magnets embedded into the recesses. The parts simply snap together, and the magnets hold the pieces firmly in place. No tools needed to clamp or release the cables/hoses. Only takes seconds to install or remove. No new holes need to be drilled! This is an exact replacement part for the factory hatches.
These are free for your personal use. If you don't have 3D printer yet, and don't have a friend who does, there are print services available: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3756856/apps/print/#apps
I've uploaded a video of this being installed on our rig: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ep0isOZir_4
Hope you find this useful!
There are many possible solutions, but I have a 3D printer, and this is a pretty simple project.
I've uploaded the 3D files on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3756856
Each piece has 15mm x 3mm magnets embedded into the recesses. The parts simply snap together, and the magnets hold the pieces firmly in place. No tools needed to clamp or release the cables/hoses. Only takes seconds to install or remove. No new holes need to be drilled! This is an exact replacement part for the factory hatches.
These are free for your personal use. If you don't have 3D printer yet, and don't have a friend who does, there are print services available: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3756856/apps/print/#apps
I've uploaded a video of this being installed on our rig: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ep0isOZir_4
Hope you find this useful!