Tips for printing clip-on parts?

Question

I want to make some clips that snap onto existing panels Any tips for getting the tolerances right? First attempt was too tight, second was too loose Trying to find that sweet spot.

Chris S. · Answer

This works

Nicole J. · Answer

Try printing at 245C with 70mm/s. That's my sweet spot for PETG.

Michael Chen · Answer

nice! gonna try this on my car too

Mike G. · Answer

quick question - what infill did you use? Still learning lol

Nicole J. · Answer

You'll want to use PETG with at least 0.2mm layer height. Works way better than PLA for car parts.