"In search of an Aristocrat replacement cap. Any suggestions for current suppliers would appreciated. "
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Replacement Screw Cap plans for 60-70's lamp upload
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Hello all, first time here.I have an old lamp that was my grandma's and I'm a little sentimental about it. It must be early 70's minimum because I remember it as a child. I'm sure you all can…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Fredrick McCaskill Nov 7.
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"Here is the cap, printed on an elegoo Mars II resin printer.:) :) :)THANK YOU so much for not only hosting this file for people who lack a 3D printer, but also providing the STL file for those who have one!! It is so amazing to have this file... we…"
"Mine just came in today, and it's a perfect fit for my copper 2-piece Century! I am so thrilled that this is a viable replacement that is available for everyone, thank you so much for creating this file. Planning on painting mine a soft coppery…"
"I bought one of these caps and it works perfectly! Thanks a bunch!!!"
"I got your messsage, couldn't quickly figure out how to direct reply here. Yeah we can discuss larger quantities. I'm busy for a few days, but we can talk more soon"
"Thanks. I realized after I posted this that the replacement cap came with an o-ring already installed so I was doubling up and hence the gap :)"
"Yes it is. Used a bottle without the rubber ring and as soon as you tilt it enough liquid runs out."
"I dont feel likw going through 63 replies now but in case it hasnt been said yet 1. for some filaments like abs its common to do a final finish with acetone vapor. It'll melt the surface and close tiny gaps resulting in a glossy finish. 2. I…"
"First post here. Just wanted to say I got my replacement cap today and it fits perfectly (without the o-ring). Do you know if the o-ring is critical for creating a seal (I do have the o-ring but it seems to create a gap at the top)? I’m going…"
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"You were with support at the beginning @Claude J It's great to see you found a good original color also. I'm not around often, but I'll be around again!"
"i bought a couple of them"
"That's great! When I did this I thought it might help a couple other people. Occasionally I get an email from ShapeWays, Yipeee...you sold one! It makes me smile, and I just checked the total. It's 50 caps since…"
"suggested paint (center one)
Use a dull clear coat after it's painted and it will replicate the original color"
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- A sentimental piece from grandma
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- At 9:19pm on January 19, 2017,
Modulo '70 said…
- Lava greetings to you. Good luck also in your classic lava lamp refurb. The Century was the very first American lava lamp!
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