Fingerboard Park Pro

Open Source Parametric Park Generator for FreeCAD

I created this workbench because I was tired of resizing generic STLs. It's time to generate custom obstacles with precise dimensions. Fingerboard Park Pro makes this possible, featuring real 3D textures, and a smart system to split large parts for smaller 3D printers.

It's free, open-source, and fully parametric.

🚀 Key Features

• Scalable Workflow: It usually starts with "I just need a kicker"... and ends with a full park. Designed for the "lazy" maker who wants instant results and the architect building a full spot, this workbench is built to handle that creative escalation seamlessly.
• Fully Parametric: Adjust Length, Height, Angle, and Width of every obstacle in real-time.
• Real 3D Textures: The bricks and tiles are actual geometry, not just fake images. When you print them, you can feel the grout lines.
• Smart Split System: Printer too small? The "Split Proxy" tool cuts your ramps and automatically inserts alignment pins (Male/Female) exactly where you need them.
• "Bake" Workflow: Easily convert parametric objects into standard PartDesign Bodies to add your own custom modifications (chamfers, pockets, logos).
• Skater Details:
  • Quarter Pipes: Option for "Wood Slot" (veneer) and "Coping Slot" (metal rails).
  • Stairs: Auto-calculated step height + optional holes for round rails.
  • Jerseys: Interlocking joints to build long barriers.

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📦 Installation

Since this workbench is not yet available in the official Addon Manager registry, please install it manually:

1. Download this repository as a ZIP file and extract it.

2. Locate your FreeCAD Addon folder:

   • Open FreeCAD and launch the Addon Manager
   • Ensure your Addon Manager is up to date.
   • Click on the "Open Addon Folder" option:

3. Copy the extracted FingerboardMoldPro folder into that directory you just opened.

4. Restart FreeCAD to load the new workbench.

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🛠️ How to Build

1. Create & Position

Select the workbench and click on the icons to spawn parametric objects:

• 🧱 Ledge & Hubba: Adjustable "Slab" (top stone) and overhang.
• 🪜 Steps: Automatically calculates step height based on total height. Includes options for Rail Holes.
• 🛹 Quarter Pipe: Includes parameters for transition radius, platform length, and coping/veneer slots.
• 🚧 Jersey Barrier: Classic concrete shape with optional interlocking ends.
• 📐 Kicker: Simple ramp for jumps.
• ⬜ Base: Floor generator with customizable tile patterns (Standard or Diamond 45°). To arrange your park:
• Right-Click on the object in the tree -> Transform.
• Use the arrows and balls to move and rotate the obstacle into position.
• Tip: You can overlap base plates to create complex plazas.

2. Advanced Editing

Want to modify an obstacle using standard CAD tools (like adding a custom hole or smoothing an edge)?

1. Select the obstacle.
2. Click the Create Body icon (Yellow Cube).
3. A new empty Body will appear in the tree.
4. Drag and Drop the obstacle inside the new Body.
5. Now you can use the PartDesign Workbench on it!

3. Merging Obstacles

To 3D print multiple obstacles as a single piece:

1. Select the obstacles you want to join (hold Ctrl).
2. Switch to the Part Workbench.
3. Click Part -> Boolean -> Union.
4. Export the result as STL or ...

4. The "Smart Split"

Is yours too big? Don't slice it blindly in your slicer software. Do it properly here:

1. Click the Create Split Proxy icon (Target icon). A red plane with a crosshair will appear.
2. Move the Proxy (Right-click -> Transform) to where you want the cut. The crosshair center is where the connector pin will be.
3. Select the Obstacle first, then select the Split Proxy (Ctrl+Click).
4. Click the Confirm Split icon (Scissors).
5. Done: You now have Part A and Part B with a perfect tolerance-fit joint inside.

5. Textures (Performance Warning ⚠️)

Calculating hundreds of real bricks takes computer power.

• Workflow Tip: Keep textures OFF (use the "Texture Toggle" button) while designing and positioning.
• Only turn them ON right before exporting to STL.

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🎛️ Parameters Glossary (Data Tab)

• BrickL / BrickH: Size of the individual bricks.
• Groove: Width of the gap between bricks.
• LockTexture: Set to True if you want to keep this specific object textured while toggling the others off.
• RailHoles (Stairs): Creates holes for 6mm metal rails.
• WoodSlot (QuarterPipe): Creates a 2mm recess for gluing real wood veneer.
• UseSlab (Ledge/Hubba): Adds a separate "stone" top plate with overhang for realistic grinding.

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License

LGPLv2.1 (Open Source). Feel free to modify, fork, and improve it.

Now go build something cool! 🛹