[sharpiel]

I have a project to update my Meade 12" LX200 Classic fork mount, which requires some 3D printing. Specifically I want to insert 3D printed spacers approximately 30mm thick between the base and the bottom of each fork arm to widen the distance between the fork arms where the OTA would sit. Then with longer bolts tighten the forks back to rigidity.

I don't want to buy a printer and have never looked into or had anything 3D printed. So I know nothing really about it. Local to me is a printing shop which states the following online:

"FDM 3D printers create objects using the “traditional” printing method of heating thermoplastic filament and extruding it in layers on a heated glass bed. FDM is extremely flexible in terms of resolution and the types of materials that can be used. FDM is great for quickly and cheaply producing parts to determine qualities like aesthetic design, ergonomic shape, and for small batches to perform product testing."

I need the spacers to be non compressible and accurate to specified dimensions. Would the product they advertise suit my requirements?

Also can I drill through the plastic once printed rather than have the holes printed in?

Thanks guys.