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Builder Last Online: May 2017
Model Scale: 1/8
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Started: 08-10-08
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I originally started this model as a solid block of insulation which I quickly found out was the wrong way to do it, way too much
sanding
and carving to get your shape.
I've found some 3/16 foam board (20 x 30 inches) for a dollar each that has heavy paper on each side making it pretty stiff. It's not that hard to remove the paper, if you remove it from one side it makes it semi flexible, if you remove it from both sides the foam is more flexible although for tighter bends I am guessing some relief cuts on the inside will be needed.
I am building this as a curbside, the underside will be very basic and no suspension since it can't be seen, it will have a detailed interior. I am designing this as I go, fortunately, no setbacks yet.
Here are the sides with some braces for gluing
the top and bottom parts on. I didn't do the greatest job of cutting them straight, a little too shaky for freehand cutting so now I use a guide. Later I sanded them straight.
and carving to get your shape.I've found some 3/16 foam board (20 x 30 inches) for a dollar each that has heavy paper on each side making it pretty stiff. It's not that hard to remove the paper, if you remove it from one side it makes it semi flexible, if you remove it from both sides the foam is more flexible although for tighter bends I am guessing some relief cuts on the inside will be needed.
I am building this as a curbside, the underside will be very basic and no suspension since it can't be seen, it will have a detailed interior. I am designing this as I go, fortunately, no setbacks yet.
Here are the sides with some braces for gluing
the top and bottom parts on. I didn't do the greatest job of cutting them straight, a little too shaky for freehand cutting so now I use a guide. Later I sanded them straight.Build Photos
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