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maplesyruplover Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2020 Posts: 11 Location: California
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Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 12:43 pm Post subject: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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Hi all!
I have been working on a small passion project this year and wanted to get some of your thoughts on these coffee mugs I have created. They are not specific to a certain year cylinder but are inspired by the overall design of cylinders used by these cars.
The outer casting is MIM injection lightweight Aluminum and the inner cup is double-walled stainless. The handle is also Aluminum that has been powder-coated black. These are early prototypes and the molds still need some adjustments but we are getting there.
Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated as I work on wrapping up this project. Thanks.
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maplesyruplover Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2020 Posts: 11 Location: California
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Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 12:44 pm Post subject: Re: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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Note: the bottom image is missing its inner cup, unlike the top. |
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Glenn Mr. 010
Joined: December 25, 2001 Posts: 76963 Location: Sneaking up behind you
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Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 1:31 pm Post subject: Re: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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Only issue is they will stay wet after washing.
When I clean and wash cylinders I have have to use a air compressor to dry them _________________ Glenn
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maplesyruplover Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2020 Posts: 11 Location: California
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Posted: Sat Oct 28, 2023 4:47 pm Post subject: Re: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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The center cup is pressed in and is stainless steel. The outside is a food-grade level aluminum. When we get the samples in, I will have the ability to test this but it was one of the requirements we gave the manufacturer before starting the mold. all the materials should be just fine for washing.
I should note that it is hard to tell in the photo but the cylinder is scaled down by a lot. The mug is 12oz. |
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Starbucket Samba Member
Joined: April 30, 2007 Posts: 4029 Location: WA
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Posted: Thu Nov 02, 2023 1:35 pm Post subject: Re: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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If it's for coffee or some other hot drink the cooling fins will do just that. |
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maplesyruplover Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2020 Posts: 11 Location: California
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Posted: Thu Nov 09, 2023 9:52 pm Post subject: Re: Engine Cylinder Mugs |
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