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Macbeast

posted on 18/8/10 at 07:03 AM Reply With Quote
Cockpit sides

I suppose for IVA I should put some girly padding on the top struts either side of the cockpit ( where the elbows go )

What do people use ? Can I buy U-shaped foam an inch and a fraction wide ?





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matt_claydon

posted on 18/8/10 at 07:05 AM Reply With Quote
Why? all you need is 2.5mm radius on the edges, not padding.

Most people use something from a coachbuilding supplier like the stuff on this page: http://www.hartwood-elite.co.uk/c/horsebox-aluminium-mouldings.html

[Edited on 18/8/10 by matt_claydon]

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Macbeast

posted on 18/8/10 at 07:10 AM Reply With Quote
I suspect that the top strut edges with the glassfibre turnover would be less than 2.5 mm rad.

Thanks for that. I suppose the edges have to be blunted both inside and out ?
Which is why I was thinking of U-shape rubber

[Edited on 18/8/10 by Macbeast]





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Flamez

posted on 18/8/10 at 07:11 AM Reply With Quote
Look for "hockey stick" moulding.





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macc man

posted on 18/8/10 at 04:05 PM Reply With Quote
I used foam section from a new worktop used to protect in transit. Nice and firm and protects arms from bruises.Coverd it with vinyl and glued down looks good.






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Macbeast

posted on 20/8/10 at 06:56 AM Reply With Quote
Thanks for suggestions





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