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I don't think its crappy at all. Its functional and to most of us, that's the name of the game.
You can't always expect it to look like a laser cut machined product that has been through trial and error many times on your first go around. In fact that is rather impressive for your first go! |
I like it.
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if you can get your hands on a bending brake it will make your second attempt way easier and look better. Not that this isnt a great 1st attempt, especially considering that it was pretty much free hand. but if you are wanting to do another out of 1 sheet like you said a brake will be more accurate, easier and faster.
http://www.harborfreight.com/18-inch...ake-39103.html |
Thanks, yes i def need one of those. And i will use more than half a saturday to make the next one.
I need to learn how to fabricate stuff from aluminium, since i plan too build front and rear diffusers + some misc engine bay and interior parts. |
im gunna try to learn tig shortly, as i have some al stuff i need to make for my bike
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petterson, nice job, especially for your first attempt i see you have some rubber in some of the cut outs, but some angles look a bit scary, just make sure the duct doesnt rub on the harness and cut it!
what are you using to cut the aluminum? im fortunate enought to have a stomp shear, but a lot of the fabrication guys recommend air nibblers. im yet to pick one up yet but you may want to look into it to help cutting http://www2.northerntool.com/Air-Nibblers.htm |
Hack saw ,angle grinder and manual metal scissor(or whaterver it's realy called in english). Been considering a nibbler of some sort.
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Might want to consider painting it as well to reduce galvanic corrosion, where you bolt it to the frame of the car. Steel bolt/al sheets + water = rust.
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try either a jig saw or body saw. inexpensive, but effective. then just clean up the cuts with a dremel and sanding/grinding bit.
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Another thing worth mentioning, it would be worth the time to get some of the larger panels bead rolled to add some rigidity. It really can make a significant improvement in how flimsy the parts feel.
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Nice... Now if only I knew where to get sheet aluminium down Here.
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Fantastic work. A bit of sanding around the edges with a flap disk or drum and it will look great.
A few tips for your next project. ~5052 aluminium is more corrosion resistant and easier to bend, and as a bonus cheaper. ~Drill holes in the corners of you cut outs. This makes it easier to cut out the section and looks nicer. ~If you can find them, use aluminum rivets. They weigh less and wont rust. ~Red scotchbrite on a vibratory sander will create a nice finish with little effort. |
i love when people come through with input like that! nice work Level Zero! people sharing experience/knowledge is what this place is about.
any progress on the 2nd attempt? |
Let's see the second attempt, please.
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I have been thinking about maybe doing this. After looking at this thread I got some motivation and I will start on it as soon as possible. Thanks for sharing
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