Description

Civic Type R (FL5) Fender Vent Guards The FL5 iteration of the Civic Type R introduced open vents to the front fenders. However, these vents are large enough to allow road debris to pass through, potentially damaging the side panels. While high-end performance OEMs typically integrate mesh within such aerodynamic features to prevent this, the FL5 lacks this protection. The Design Process This design is far from a standard commercial product. It took seven physical iterations to achieve what I consider "OEM-level" fitment. I started with a 3D print from Thingiverse (shoutout to Justin!), but I felt it could be improved. What started as a small tweak turned into a quest for perfection. The challenge lies in the fender's geometry. While a basic shape is easy to replicate, a close inspection reveals a 3mm step at the bottom clip. Without accounting for this, the guard wouldn't sit flat, forcing the clip to compensate for the extra thickness. Additionally, I’ve added a specific cutout at the top to ensure the guard sits perfectly flush within the side groove. After some final refinements and material optimization, the result is a perfect-fit aero guard. Material & Printing Prototypes: Printed in PLA . I tested these on several casual drives and they felt remarkably sturdy. If you only have PLA or PETG, they should hold up fine for a while, and since it’s only a 2-hour print, they are easily replaceable. Final Version: I used ColorFabb HT Black . This is my go-to for durable parts; it’s incredibly resilient and, in my experience, superior to ASA. It pushes my old Creality CR-10S to its limit, but the results are "eternal." Specs: The hexagonal mesh has a 2mm thickness with 1.2mm walls , making it compatible with both 0.4mm and 0.6mm nozzles. I have used a 0,4mm nozzle, but 0,6mm nozzle would be more appropriate. Compatibility: At least a 220mm square build plate (or bigger), diagonally. Installation Warning: The "Clip Trap" Be advised: If you attempt to remove the OEM cli