3D printed Nato plug

[SMarshall]

So I liked the thought of having a rear mount temporary winch, Booster cables for the rear (extra handy where I live in the winter because sometimes turning around isn't simple) and even a small inverter for the outfitter tent. I started to price out the nato plugs and by the time there is tax, duty, freight, tarrifs etc it became a little bit ridiculous in price. So after a few failed prototypes while working out dimensions I believe I have found the final fit. The plan is to use brass rods (Amazon) that will mildly press into the hole. They will be connected to the cable via a brass heavy duty wire 4 set screw wire connector. (Amazon) Once the pins are pressed into the holes the assembly will be filled with a 2 part epoxy. Cost is around 10$ US each. Made from a very tough resin material, I believe it will be possible to drive over it once the 2 part epoxy has set.

 

[Tazzieman]

I haven't seen anyone using the rear winch. Isn't it a 40kg lump? Where will you store it safely?

 

[SMarshall]

I haven't seen anyone using the rear winch. Isn't it a 40kg lump? Where will you store it safely?

Well it's a long story.. about ten years back my local hardware store had an 8500lb winch on clearance for 150$ cad. The box was ripped and it had been returned but the manager assured me it worked. I offered him 100$ and he accepted it. The winch has sat in my shop since then because my side by side sure doesn't need a winch that big. But I got to thinking. In the middle of snow storm season where vehicle recovery is normal here it sure would be handy to have on the back for when the weather is nasty. During one storm last winter in our area over 250 vehicles were abandoned on the highway for a week. So I don't see it as an "everyday" option once in a while it would be handy to have kicking around.

 

[Clark Kent]

So I liked the thought of having a rear mount temporary winch, Booster cables for the rear (extra handy where I live in the winter because sometimes turning around isn't simple) and even a small inverter for the outfitter tent. I started to price out the nato plugs and by the time there is tax, duty, freight, tarrifs etc it became a little bit ridiculous in price. So after a few failed prototypes while working out dimensions I believe I have found the final fit. The plan is to use brass rods (Amazon) that will mildly press into the hole. They will be connected to the cable via a brass heavy duty wire 4 set screw wire connector. (Amazon) Once the pins are pressed into the holes the assembly will be filled with a 2 part epoxy. Cost is around 10$ US each. Made from a very tough resin material, I believe it will be possible to drive over it once the 2 part epoxy has set. View attachment 7905598View attachment 7905599View attachment 7905600

Kudos for giving it a DIY go.

If it doesn't quite go to plan Agile Offroad sell a NATO plug for US$69.99.

INEOS Grenadier NATO Plug » Agile Offroad

Nato Plug with Screw ring Black, 55mm, 2 Cable. Add custom Grenadier accessories using the OEM electrical outlet at the rear bumper area of your vehicle.

agileoffroad.com

 

[SMarshall]

Kudos for giving it a DIY go.

If it doesn't quite go to plan Agile Offroad sell a NATO plug for US$69.99.

INEOS Grenadier NATO Plug » Agile Offroad

Nato Plug with Screw ring Black, 55mm, 2 Cable. Add custom Grenadier accessories using the OEM electrical outlet at the rear bumper area of your vehicle.

agileoffroad.com

Cheers. I did see those but they are pricey by the time they get here. And I will work it out and then release the file so everyone can have access.