Using wood to build the body you want

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Using wood to build the body you want Oct 9, 2018 14:19:27 GMT -5

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Post by Admin on Oct 9, 2018 14:19:27 GMT -5

I really do think the best way to see a body style you want your trike to look like is to use 2x4's and thin plywood. Easy to cut, shape, and trim then mold over for your body. Heres a nice site on building with wood.

www.bluebird-electric.net/blueplanet_ecostar/ecostar_coachwork_timber_framed_diy_wooden_car.htm

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CaptainAmerica Almost 3 wheels Posts: 419	Using wood to build the body you want Oct 13, 2021 20:52:30 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by CaptainAmerica on Oct 13, 2021 20:52:30 GMT -5 That or cardboard. I find cardboard great for getting a good feel for how sheet metal panels need to be cut and bent.

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Using wood to build the body you want Oct 14, 2021 19:12:49 GMT -5

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Post by Self Absorbed Turnip on Oct 14, 2021 19:12:49 GMT -5

I was considering using carboard but I was wondering if heat shrink might work too. You know the type of heat shrink they use on boats? It's kind of pricey tough.

www.westmarine.com/boat-shrink-wrap

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Post by Admin on Oct 9, 2018 14:19:27 GMT -5

Post by CaptainAmerica on Oct 13, 2021 20:52:30 GMT -5

Post by Self Absorbed Turnip on Oct 14, 2021 19:12:49 GMT -5