Installing a 3D Printer in our Overland Truck - Everlanders see the World!

In this video, we choose a 3D Printer, modify it to run from our DC Solar Power supply, and build it into the storage compartment of our self-built, self-sufficient, Overland Truck.
"Building" and "Making" is in my DNA and when I find a problem or something that can be made better, I can't sleep until I fix it, either in our truck or rigs of friends we make along the way. And while we carry two extra of everything we used to build the truck and a good selection of tools, bubblegum, and duct tape - this only gets you so far. It's sometimes hard to whittle something out of nothing or shape bubblegum into a complex IPR wrench. (www.thingiverse.com/thing:324...)
This is the Ender 3 V2 I ordered: amzn.to/3nXRndW
So in this video, we install a 3D printer, reinforce it for the rigors of life on the road, and power it with a DC-DC converter to run from our Lithium and Solar. I'll show an Introduction, the very basics of 3D printing, and show a handful of parts we've made already.
10 points to the person who can spot the unmentioned 3D print hiding in plain sight.
0:00 Welcome!
0:14 The Backstory and why I need it...
2:15 EPIC Unboxing of our Ender 3 V2
3:07 Changes I've made to the Printer
5:35 Where we're installing it...
7:35 Final Installation
10:14 Dangling Raspberry Pi's
12:55 Overview of Usage
14:40 Parking the Head and Gantry on a Foam Block
16:27 Designing a part to support the Raspberries and Printing it
19:50 Design and Print a Bulkhead Fitting/Wire Gland?
23:40 Printed Case for TS100 Soldering Irons
24:12 12 Volt Wall Plate Adaptor 1000™
24:29 Printed Caes for Step Up Converters
25:07 LoRa Meshtastic 3D Printed Cases
25:43 Anti-Death Machine Tube Guides
27:07 3D Printed case for Calipers
27:23 Pump Switch Mount
27:40 Camper Fridge Vent Fan Adaptor
28:22 PETG Hiking Pole mounting Clips
I will be posting many of the designs for the 3D printed parts you see in this video here:
www.thingiverse.com/everlande...
The Hiking Pole Mounts can be downloaded here:
www.thingiverse.com/thing:474...
My Compact Screen Mount Spacer is here:
www.thingiverse.com/thing:474...
The X-axis Tension Delete is here:
www.thingiverse.com/thing:474...
The Hotend Fan Mount I'm using:
cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/...
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[@thepizza123]

When I tell people that I have 3D printing as somewhat of a hobby, I think most assume that 3D printing is just for toys and trinkets. I appreciate it when folks like you do videos like this and kind of get rid of that misconception. I 3D print stuff to be useful around my house all the time. Like you, I find that I can 3D print things that I couldn't buy. For instance I just 3D printed a wall plate that allowed me to have a duplex plug and a 20 amp twist lock in a double gang box. Before remembering I could 3D print this I scoured the web and couldn't find one.

[@Everlanders]

That is the most amazing feeling, trying to figure if you can buy a part or somehow modify something, only to realize you can print exactly what you need... Love it! ❣️

[@charliethewanderer6872]

@@Everlanders Your are a great maker ! Love your modification, I want to do one just like yours. Please provide details and parts and that I will need to buy in order to build one. Also, where did you get the training for the 3D printing ? on the raspberry pie ? Thanks LOL

[@davee7962]

“...mortified that I left my berries dangling.” LOL. I expect at least one of these every episode. Nice you didn’t disappoint.

[@toadbroz30]

MOAR UNBOXING. The comedic delivery kills me every time.

[@Everlanders]

Need Moar boxes!

[@USMCMCG]

This oldie but goodie just popped up for me on auto play. It was the episode that convinced me to get a 3d printer. Lots of holiday gifts were made with that machine and I'm currently 4 hours into a 19 hour print for a replacement strobe head protector. Thanks for letting your nerd flag fly, Jason. 😄

[@vizionthing]

The show and tell was just outstanding, and not a Benchy in sight - well played Sir.

[@Everlanders]

I can proudly say I've never in my life printed a benchy...

[@stingy49]

I dig it. That unboxing was AvE worthy 😁

[@CITAP1]

Your customizations must intimidate lesser nerds! Your lack of caution or regard for the wind when disconnecting and discarding factory stuff in favor of your own modifications is impressive.

[@Everlanders]

Thank you Sir, Kinder words I've never heard...

[@taylorritz3553]

Thanks for the shout out! My printer is still running frequently. Just making some teck deck ramps for my Landon's birthday. You have been busy with your new printer too!

[@Everlanders]

That is awesome! Wish him a Happy Birthday from us!

[@HarpersInfiniteSystems]

This is one of the best videos I have ever seen on KZbin

[@Everlanders]

Quite the complement! 🏆

[@jimlundstrom2986]

Brilliant job. Master of technology with a well placed sense of humor.

[@TheMisterNomad]

There's not much that I hate more than my berries dangling unsupported! LOL. It's been amazing being parked next to you and seeing these parts you've been making being created. Thank you so much for the parts you've made for our rig, it's fun seeing them in your video. Lastly, you've made a believer out of me with the TS100 soldering iron and XT60 connectors. I'll be using them everywhere from here on out!

[@JerryKauffman]

Awesome. I'm catching up on your older videos. Thanks. I wish I would have found you sooner.

[@slick1ton849]

"Anti-death machine"....lol, nice

[@Everlanders]

Glad to see someone catching these nuggets...

[@gerardfenn3988]

@@Everlanders Had a BiPap ADM but could not sleep with the mask. Felt as though I was taking an MRI of my brain in the head brace. Glad the nostril injection works for ya.

[@Theycallmeernie88]

You've done way more to solve specific issues that don't have off the shelf solutions than I could've imagined. That's awesome to see! Thank you for sharing!

[@Jack-ne8vm]

You've become invaluable. Show local kids the possibilities?

[@etiennegignac]

I find printing useful stuff for other people is super rewarding. Especially when they have no idea what 3D printing can do... good job.

[@Everlanders]

I totally agree! I'm still amazed how many people are amazed!

[@qbusqbus]

That Lora radio thing looks cool

[@kakafroon]

You're my hero.

[@magnoliathebus]

I truly hope this 3d printer is still working out for you, because we just bought one based on your recommendation. It comes tomorrow, I'm stoked! 😊

[@Everlanders]

Still working great, printing another repair part now...

[@99Jeep2008]

I might have to give 3d printing a try. You have a gift of explaining it in terms mortals can understand.

[@loremipsum3454]

you are not normal dude.... Great channel...Dont stop !!!

[@Everlanders]

Thanks, will do!

[@georgedemean2228]

From now on all this wonderfully 3D printed trinkets will come out straight from your backside 🤣 I totally love all your amazing creativity and diligence 👍

[@DormantIdeasNIQ]

Very cool... you are now the official 1-OFFCAD3Dovrlndr

[@NotForYouorYouorYou]

Just catching up with your “fresh to me” content. Love what 3D printing brings to the table. I have been doing CNC wood-based mods to my 5x10 Hiker trailer for a few years now but am starting to understand the void a 3D printer could fill. Crap! Another rabbit hole! Great job at making! Thank you for inspiring the Maker in all of us!

[@garymoyer6663]

You strike me as a handy fellow to know

[@cackleberryfarm4598]

WOW!!! VERY COOL!!!!

[@stevepickett9852]

support is essential for one's berries

[@web95]

Dangling berries, LMAO!! I love your deadpan delivery. Excellent use of space inside your rig. Are you at all concerned that an overnight print job will transfer vibrations up to your sleep space and keep you awake or is there so little noise/vibration that it is of minor concern? Glad you are making the most of your lockdown time. Great video!

[@Everlanders]

I'm a very light sleeper, so even though it is nearly silent, I'm not sure I would try and sleep through it. That being said, it's easy enough to start a print in the early morning and have it done by nightfall... Anything longer than that, I'd pull it out and put it in the truck cab, this is where it lived and printed for the first few weeks.

[@GR4YPHON]

@@Everlanders I think that instead of attaching the printer with screws you could use some kind of rubber blocks like the ones that are used on AC external units. Then if you put some kind of sound insulation around all the printer, I know one of the best sound isolation materials is aerogel and you can buy isolation panels with aerogel particles, but I think they are expensive and not sure if they are worth the mony if you are not going to print large pieces frequently.

[@gregboyd4321]

U have a very creative talent! I could see this as a sm cottage business from ur followers it would keep u very busy. I never knew that these printers could do so much once a person is past the computer skills of designing something. Hopefully youall enjoy the superbowl game. Stay healthy & ciao

[@Everlanders]

I've never seen a superbowl...

[@gregboyd4321]

@@Everlanders u r a young couple and have lots of time to see one. This is to be a very special game thow.

[@Everlanders]

It was my choice to have never seen one... 😂

[@Colorado4x4Van]

Mobile 3D design and print...money will roll in!

[@Everlanders]

LoL... I thought about this while trying to justify bringing our big old printer along with us... I thought I could use it for mobile income, But I'm too nice and give everything away for free! 😂

[@Colorado4x4Van]

@@Everlanders Lol...I feel ya!

[@vietnguyen9036]

Nice. Love following your adventures

[@chrisb2239]

1,000 Thumbs up for this one. Great seeing all your practical uses of the 3D printer and your generosity helping others. We need to send you to the ISS next.

[@Everlanders]

Much appreciated!

[@LiveandGive4x4]

Jason, you should have had that printer when I was with you 😃😊 great job 👏🏻 like it a lot ... watched all of the 30 minutes ... we miss you guys ... See ya when we see ya 👋 Fabian and Isabela

[@Everlanders]

It's super fun! What do you need printed?

[@Everlanders]

Baby things probably...

[@tstcikhthys]

I like how you nonchalantly just take apart any stock machine or product and customize it to exactly how you want it, and that too while travelling in foreign countries in a truck! Amazing. Your sense of humour is also excellent. BTW, you can save yourself some words by just saying _so_ instead of "and so" and _LCD_ instead of "LCD display".

[@Everlanders]

Talking is hard...

[@ryanchristie5349]

These tutorials are great. They’re a good introduction to how your using various tools and software to solve (or create more) problems. They’re usually good jumping off points for a motivated individual to follow up and fill in their gaps in software knowledge etc. to begin their own projects.

[@Everlanders]

I wonder if there's a future in creating more problems? 🤔 I'm glad you see my videos for what they are, for what I want them to be. I am certainly a Jack of all Trades, Master of None, and I'm happy to share the glimpse into what's possible and if the viewer is inspired they can certainly find lots of more useful information online...

[@brianmartin7103]

I have a heavy ass metal military surplus table probably weighs 300 pounds, with damping material under the printer. I still get some misprints and stuff I blame on something moving or getting vibration. If you get this damn thing mounted in your vehicle and are able to reliably print stuff after beating around off road you are a "GOD". These things are so persnickety, and probably the most aggravating, all consuming fing things ever!! But it's like golf every once in a while you get a good shot or print and it works! Keeps you coming back!

[@Everlanders]

I feel ya, but this isn't my first rodeo... I view it as a problem that should be able to be solved... Ask me in a year...

[@brianmartin7103]

@@Everlanders Ah I have no doubts you will make it look easy!!

[@ColllegePrep]

Please continue these vids. I love this practical engineer type stuff. I am learning so much, and I am incredibly grateful.

[@randydicotti3975]

I'm confused...this channel should have hundreds of thousands of subscribers !!!! love the content!

[@Everlanders]

Many Thanks, very kind of you to say!

[@JohnKimbler]

Another excellent technical video!

[@The_Bearded_Lady]

Very cool. And very sweet you making little things for your neighbors/friends/family. Community is important!

[@Everlanders]

Absolutely!!

[@tomasthomas7407]

You tackle and explain a lot in one sitting. Keep up 👍🏻 with your timely postings. i return to your videos and do some more ‘gleaning’.

[@sl3rtyb3rdf3rts]

Nice, coming back to you in spades. Really interesting Videos sorry it's taken so long to find you.

[@atomicsmith]

Very well done!

[@Everlanders]

Thank you kindly!

[@lithtweezie1]

Have loved every one of your videos from the very beginning! Your ability to fabricate just about anything is amazing. Your forward to your future videos. YES, the geek is STRONG in you.

[@Everlanders]

Thanks so much!

[@jupiteradventure5284]

Thirty whole minutes - but no World class salads!

[@Everlanders]

A new channel maybe? Everlander Eats!

[@jupiteradventure5284]

@@Everlanders only if you forage- that would be something x

[@tjnak]

Too clever. Thanks for sharing.

[@Everlanders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sickjohnson]

Always cool to see your videos!!!

[@Everlanders]

Glad you like them!

[@acme511]

Cool now I'm going to follow the link to join your support group.

[@d_sellers1]

very cool seeing the 3d printed stuff you've made for yourself and others to make life easier.

[@k1ll3rkoala]

I love the smugglers room reference. Other than Glytch from Hak5, this is the first RV 3D printer build. Great work!

[@jamesd7786]

Absolutely love this content. (As someone who has been wanting to dabble in 3d printing/making for a while)

[@cardinalpointsexpedition5585]

10 Points!!! I'm in. The plain sight 3D print IMHO would be the cooling fan shroud on the printhead.

[@Everlanders]

While I did print that, I did also sort of mention it... It was the SD card holder above the plaque on the wall... Already guessed by Eddie Lay a few minutes ago...

[@stevenbell8842]

Nice work. Keep it going. THANKS!

[@fredmaxwell6102]

I just want to say Thanks for sharing your knowledge !!! You are AWESOME !!! I'm having a problem finding your products used in the videos though ...

[@Everlanders]

The Printer? www.creality3dofficial.com/products/ender-3-v2-3d-printer

[@fredmaxwell6102]

@@Everlanders thanks!!!

[@stevewilliams430]

Made it to the end nice video

[@kadachiman7234]

Great video and a good hobby to get into.

[@randallmartin2285]

¡Las habilidades para desempaquetar son absolutamente magníficas! You made me laugh right out loud. 😂😂😂 On a serious note, I really appreciated the subject matter in this video. Neat to see how they really work. I’ve been thinking of getting one, but didn’t even know where to start. Now I have a much better idea where to look. As always, thanks for taking the time to give us such great content! Your videos are always fun to watch. Randy-

[@fromtheroad3081]

Next level!

[@makaveli7771]

Great video mate

[@LukeMahan-xr4xx]

Great content

[@btnewman83]

I love the built in printer! My printers would travel around with me for work for quite a long time, but lately have been in storage due to changes in jobs. Again, I love the in depth-ness of the videos! And it's good to see I am not the only one that prints mounts for everything!

[@joelfuller4677]

Validation for all the flak i got on designing a space for my 3D printer into my rig! ha ha! inspired as always.

[@deadstick8863]

I've been putting off buying a 3d printer. But you make it look so useful and not so hard for my 45 yr old brain to learn. I think I will finally pull the trigger. Best Rig and build videos on youtube!

[@Everlanders]

I don't dwell on the frustrations in our videos. It's a steep learning curve to get perfect parts every time.

[@BrokeOverLand]

Excellent video and excellent content. Thank you for putting in all the hard work and showing us how it’s done. Also, shout out to the editing on the video, those transitions and overlays didn’t go unnoticed. ;) I appreciate your attention to detail.

[@Everlanders]

Thanks so kindly for saying that!

[@jimcollins9316]

Hard to put into words how much I enjoy your videos!

[@Everlanders]

Inversely, I find it hard to put words into videos.

[@AJB2K3]

Damn dude, nice video editing on the printer unboxing!

[@JoshuaJoshua0]

Sweet! I love your videos so much!

[@Everlanders]

Glad you like them!

[@offthebeatenpath9144]

Awesome vid! 👏👏👍👍

[@cawfeedawg]

Great info!

[@Matas3DCreations]

AWESOME!!!! love the build

[@gmac9956]

Friggin awsome.

[@BH212Pilot]

I’m always inspired by your projects. Thanks

[@dirtlifemagazine]

Great video. I love making parts in CAD software too.

[@anthonymarino4260]

thanks for sharing. now I understand

[@nathansilver4736]

Thank you.

[@micahc9509]

That unboxing was hilarious and scary! Watch the fingers with that ax 😅! Great video!!!

[@micahc9509]

Great video finally finished it; wish I could like it twice!

[@wideawaketotruth5301]

Awesome video!

[@Everlanders]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@zaprodk]

Very nice setup you made there. Well done!

[@carmas54]

WoW wow wow

[@Moist_yet_Crispy]

Been diving into your videos and looking up to you and your projects. I've been working on simular but much smaller projects and had dreams for some of the ones you've already done. You're an absolute legend and I'm learning lots! I live for this kind of stuff

[@SolarBuck]

@Everlanders that is an awesome rig. I have wanted to pull the trigger on a 3D printer for years but have not. I thinkthis video might inspire me to do just that. Love the videos.

[@danhall9197]

Amazing!

[@graves3919]

Mr. Gadget!!! Love what you are able to do with your printer

[@The33TIGGER33]

Great video. You have been a busy guy and have fun I'm sure.

[@craigmckenzie8028]

Great video. Great tool for you.

[@Everlanders]

Thanks 👍

[@EarthRoamingAdventures]

I use a Taz 5 and amazed at the quality your getting out such a low cost unit.

[@Everlanders]

Thanks Chris! That's the benefit of an open source design I guess...

[@RichardCrabbe403]

Great video, very cool!

[@Everlanders]

Thank you very much!

[@cyclemoto8744]

Thank you! cheers

[@MrCKM1962]

Loved the video. Have ever thought about starting an on-line or video series to train people how to use the software and hardware to 3-D print? Or can you recommend a resource that we can plug into. The items you created are amazing, yet you make it look so simple.

[@gladdingman]

You inspire me sire

[@Everlanders]

Mission Accomplished 🏁

[@roor512]

Man I knew it was going to be the 3d printer build way to useful!....as always awesome videos can I can wait for the next one.

[@NimblyJimbly]

So cool! Thanks for sharing. Love the balance of detail and high-level overview. Really well done.

[@NimblyJimbly]

Also... I definitely got some LOLz out of the dangling berries bit. Well played. 😂

[@dflood316]

Wow, what a great video and some really neat ideas to make your and other's life better.

[@ozavros]

Loved the video. I would love a 3d printer in our overlander. Keep up the good work.

[@JockeSelin]

This is brilliant. Perfectly in line with my intentions. 😎👍🏻

[@Everlanders]

Good, I'm glad!

[@GTLee9]

Very impressive. I’m thinking about buying one of those 3D printers and seeing if I can get it to do something. 😮😅

[@akia123]

Just amazing you are such an inspiration. I'm going get my cyber truck and build a box like you have on the back of it. Thank you again for all that you do. And love your humor.

[@scottwood646]

Great video. Love to see how you designed something like the caliper case. I think that would be a fun video.

[@enyoc3d]

great timing; i was just trying to figure out how to get my e3v2 into my rv. this really helped; thanks!

[@Everlanders]

No problem 👍

[@tomasthomas7407]

My head Always Hurts⚡️ after watching your Awesome Vides. Soo much heat🤯 generated by your Brainstorming 🤔. I love it🥰. Until your next post 😎😎