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JhnBrackett

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Posted: April 29, 2003 at 4:23 PM / IP Logged

I've heard of people using some type of styrofoam to create a mold, then wrapping it with mat, then glassing. Anyone done this, if so where'd you get the styrofoam, and what type is needed? I'm thinking bout doin my own Body Kit but not sure how to do it..

I've used rubber latex and wood frames for my previous glassing jobs. Any help is appreciated.

audiomechanic

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Posted: April 29, 2003 at 7:14 PM / IP Logged

you can use foam to form it ....i have wear ppl using green floral foam....or you can use a 2 part expanding foam.....make sure it doesnt melt with the resin or you can also get the same stuff in sheets and shape it from there.

ricetech

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Posted: May 13, 2003 at 8:04 PM / IP Logged

i have heard that it is possible to use chicken wire to creat a mold i personally havent tried it but heard it can come out pretty good

audiomechanic

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Posted: May 18, 2003 at 11:59 AM / IP Logged

the chicken wire does work...you just have to brace it well or it will warp when the material curls.....and it will curl when the resin cures.

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