Rear valance

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  1. Kmurray337

    Kmurray337 Member

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    Since i like to save money, and am pretty good at working withe metal. Think its possible to make my own rear valance? or is it just one of those things thats better to buy than bother? thanks.
     
    Kmurray337, Feb 25, 2009
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  2. blugene

    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    I would think you would have to have rolling machines and who knows what else. The corners are kinda bowled.
     
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  3. rayzorsharp

    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    Definitely would be a lot tougher to make than you realize if you want it to look good and fit right. If you have nothing but time though, give it a shot. Might just be on to something. :)
     
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  4. blugene

    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    And if he could make them for under say $30 and sell them for about $90... he'd make a killing. :D
     
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  5. maverick1970

    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    I think it would be a challenge. Really needs to be stamped.
     
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    I think you can get them in fiberglass. Glass usually doesnt fit worth the damn but it would be less work than trying to roll one. Somebody should get a glass one and fix it up so it fits right then use it for a mold. Not me though.:)
     
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  7. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    If you had an English Wheel you could make a nice one, or just screw a 2X4 on the back of your car.....
     
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    NICK DOMINICK MCCI Virginia State rep.

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    A 1X6 would probably work better.
     
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  9. Jamie Miles

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    Man, why didn't I think of that. :biglaugh:
     
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    1X6 is the way to go
     
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