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cap nut for engine cover
BMWEngine & intake

cap nut for engine cover

This is a nut for the engine cover as seen in the second image. It works for e46 316i,318i and 320i, possibly for other models that have the same nut. Note: you will need an O-ring or rubber washer (⌀10mm) to prevent unscrewing due to the engine vibrations, the original nut has one too. You'll need ABS filament or PET-G, PLA filament will break after a couple of months. Print Settings Printer Brand: Artillery Printer: Artillery Hornet Rafts: Yes Supports: No Resolution: 0.2 Infill: 25 Filament: ABS or PET-G Notes: minimum 3 perimeter for Vertical shells Category: Automotive Use the specified automotive-grade material, keep the tool square and inspect the serviced component before reassembly.

Fitment
3 Series · E46
Years
1997–2006
Materials
ABS, PETG
License
CC-BY-NC-SA
Contributor
R4iNER
cap_nut_cover.stlSTL ↓ cap_nut_engine_cover.objSTL ↓

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