View source for Grom Audio Toyota Microphone Mount

<i><small>© Mark Qvale - October, 2018</small></i><br>
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==<br>Introduction ==

I bought a Grom Audio bluetooth module for my 2007 Toyota 4Runner and while the unit itself is excellent, I decided I didn't like the microphone mount. I've installed similar microphone mounts in the past and always found them to be unreliable. Where I live in Southern Nevada we see inside vehicle temperatures of 150°F (65°C) or more as a common occurrence in the summer. Simply put, the double sided tape just disintegrates.
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This then is a small project to create a 3D printed part to mount the microphone in a more permanent piece with a more "factory" look.<br><br>

=== Part Design ===

I modeled the part after one of the blank snap-in switch covers. The microphone slides into the back of the piece and is held in by a slight interference fit and a couple tiny dabs of hot glue which also makes it easily removable. It is angled up 15 degrees so that it is essentially pointed at the driver


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=== Print Setup ===

This piece, as shown, is printed in black ABS at a print resolution of 0.1mm. It is sliced and printed on its side with a support structure set up as follows:
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: Slicer - Cura
: Overhang Angle - 70°
: Support infill - 24%
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Here is a picture of how it looks in Cura:<br>
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=== Print Service ===

To get this part made quickly and cheaply you can contact [https://www.3dhubs.com 3DHubs.com]. They do an excellent job of setting you up with a local printer and their prices are usually quite good.<br><br>

== See Also ==

=== 3D Print File ===

<u>[http://www.itsqv.com/share/Toyota_Mic_Mount_15D.zip Toyota_Mic_Mount_15D.zip]</u><br><br>

=== Comments? Questions? ===

:'''<u>[mailto:qmar80@hotmail.com?Subject=About%20The%20Microphone%20Mount&body=Question? email me!]</u>'''
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