Hi Folks,

I washopeing someone could assist me.

I run a garage which fitsbody panels.






What I would like to dois start printing the panels we fit; hopefully saving on cost.







I understand that therewill be various costs involved such as buying the printer; buying theplastic in rolls (filament? Sorry but im unsure if thats the correctterm as I have only just started researching) as well maintainencecosts. Obviously the printer cost is dependant upon what I choose togo with; how would I go about estimating the other costs?






I have access to theparts which I would like to duplicate; but I do not have theexperience or equipment beyond that (just yet).






I have attached animage of the type of panel I would class as the largest size I wouldbe printing.






My questions are;


-What printer typewould you recommend for a good smooth finish like in the picture? Oratleast something which will only require a minimal amount ofsanding.


-What plastic typewould you recommend?


-What rough cost wouldI be looking at per part?


-What other thingsshould I research to help me get a full idea before I bite the bulletwith buying a printer?






All assistance isgreatly apprecieted.






Thanks






Mit