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Post by rob on May 21, 2020 19:28:10 GMT 10
Hi
Looking for a pair of wheel spats for a Franklin caravan
Alternatively ideas on how to make a pair!
Thanks
Rob
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Post by hughdeany on May 21, 2020 20:14:44 GMT 10
Hi Rob,
A lot of people make them out of plywood,much stronger than original!
Cheers
hughdeany
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rob
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Post by rob on May 21, 2020 20:47:22 GMT 10
Thanks Hughdeany
Do you mean draw the shape and then cut it out. Say 12mm ply and then round the outer edge with a router?
Ta
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Post by hughdeany on May 21, 2020 21:24:52 GMT 10
Yes,and buy some slot head screws and cup washers.
Use gloss paint and do a few coats,I am doing exactly the same on an old bondwood at present.
Cheers
hughdeany
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Post by shesgotthelook on May 21, 2020 21:48:02 GMT 10
Made these a few years ago.   |
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rob
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Post by rob on May 22, 2020 7:57:39 GMT 10
Thanks again for the pictures!
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Post by rob on May 22, 2020 8:02:09 GMT 10
Thanks again for the pictures!
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Post by Koala on May 24, 2020 17:59:11 GMT 10
Hughdeany is correct, the original spats were very weak and not many have survived. I made some from marine ply as per the photo for our 69 Franklin. Best to try to make the correct shape if you can.  Koala |
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