3d printing car parts – Custom 3rd brake light – Antenna Mount – F150

3D printing a custom 3rd brake light with and NMO Antenna Mount

People are going crazy these days about 3d printers and 3d printing car parts. Are you one of them? Then join me on this detailed review of the Ford f-150 custom printed 3rd brake light. If you like that feeling you get when you can design, build or buy that perfect part for your car, then keep reading. This article will discuss designing, building, and installing, a custom 3rd brake light housing for our Ford f150.

Use of the 3d Printed 3rd Brake Light-Antenna Mount

This 3rd brake light housing will house chase lights and brake lights and upgrades for a new antenna mount for our radio. As I have started doing more and more off-roading, specifically with large groups, I have had the need for a radio. Along with a radio comes the need to mount an antenna. I have seen a lot of people out there who mount the antenna for their radio on the third brake light on the F-150. So I got this 3d print 3rd brake light antenna mount for my F-150.

How did I get the 3rd Brake Light-Antenna Mount printed?

This is not the first time we have 3d printed car accessories for our truck. We actually had a light installed that was 3d printed by precision design in the past. Not to mention that light has held up great. So I did a full install and a review of that kit over a year ago. At present, I contacted them to see if they wanted to work with us on a one-off custom design.

3d model of brake light

At first, we walked them through what I wanted to do with this new design. I specifically instructed them to add a place for a new nmo antenna mount for my radio. We did have to go back and forth with a couple of measurements and some designs. Finally, after a bit of custom CAD work, they found the custom solution for what we needed.

Specifications of the Custom 3rd brake light – Antenna Mount – F150

MaterialOutdoor-rated ABS plastic and topped off with a custom coated outdoor material.
CompatibilityCustom made for F-150. (2009-2014)
Color FinishMatte black
Antenna MountNMO UHF/VHF
Let’s get to know more details about the custom-made 3rd brake light.

The ABS plastic topped off with a custom coated outdoor material really stands up to the test of time. I have had this same material on my truck for the past year with no fading or water leaks. I must say this material has really performed flawlessly.

Not to mention, we have added a platform for where we will be putting our antenna mount. We have also asked them to add some reinforcements as more weight will be put on it.

This 3d printer-made custom 3rd brake light has 3 LED Raptor brake lights. It also includes two cutouts for chase lights that we will be swapping over from the existing enclosure that we already have on our truck. Most importantly, we managed to get our “BTR” Beyond the Raptor branding built into it. This truly is a one-of-a-kind brake light like no other.

Installing the 3d print 3rd brake light – Antenna Mount

Since we have already talked about all the wonderful features the brake light has to offer. So let’s get into the installation process.

  1. So before installing this new custom-made brake light, you will have to pull the old one off.
  2. Next, you have to swap the chase lights from the old one to the new one. This will bring all functionality back when we reinstall it.
  3. Up next, install the new antenna mount on this new custom 3d printed brake light.
  4. Next, install the new wiring and install it back up to the brake light system.
  5. Finally, give it one final test to ensure all the wiring is working right, and you are good to go.

The Results

final install of 3d printed car part light

So we designed the model, printed it, swapped out the components, and then installed it. So it is pretty clear to you by now that the installation process for 3d printed parts can be easily done at home by loosening a few screws.

You will not require any specialist like a mechanic or a professional to get such projects. However, it is always suggested that you take up these installation projects in a proper light setting. Do not worry. It won’t take long to install this 3d printed 3rd brake light mount.

Final thoughts on the custom printed 3rd brake light – Antenna Mount for F150.

The craze over 3d printable car accessories totally makes sense when you look at this custom 3rd brake light antenna mount. I mean, look at the superior quality outdoor rated ABS plastic that is built to survive all types of outdoor weather.

As I have already mentioned, this is not my first time reviewing a 3d printed car part. The 3d printed light that I set up last year has held up pretty great through the sun and the rain. Also, who doesn’t want a custom-designed car accessory that snugs your vehicle perfectly? Everyone loves a little customization here and there, particularly when you get to take part in the designing process.

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How to get your own 3d printed car accessories?

Getting yourself a 3d printed car accessory is like a unique reward. So if you want one of these for yourself or some other accessories, get in touch with precision designs. You can also learn more about their custom 3d printed 3rd brake light when you check out their website. Also, given the durability of these 3rd printed models, it is totally worth it to get yourself one.

Many such 3d printed car accessories like cup holders, shopping bag hooks, phone holders, and more. You can check out other online sites like Thingiverse, Printables, and Thangs for help related to 3d printing custom car parts. Also, check out the blog “2022’s Top 10 Sites For Free 3D Printing STL Files” to know more. Most importantly, the price you pay for 3d printing a custom design is relatively cheap. Follow our page to get more such content on trucks, off-roading, and custom building.

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Tony Farnsworth
The Man behind BeyondTheRaptor.com. Striving to share his obsession for product research and trucks with the world | Raised in Detroit | Studied Cars and Computers and Business | 25 years of Ford Family Employees