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Default RE: Here's A Simple & FREE First Foam Build Plan! (Part 2)


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I got the templates done...

But my bow sucks. It does not give enough tension. I tried using a spring but that just broke the wire. Ended up going through 3 7x36 sheets that all were destroyed[:@]

Does anyone have any tips on how to cut the wing with a bow? I obviously failed. Just general techniques that work with a good bow.
I'd check page one of this thread. I covered the "I" style bows. About as simplistic as it gets. I used a screen door spring to pivot tension on one end of the "I". Pictures and instructions on page one will make it clear. I'm using stainless steel .022 gauge fishing leader (or is that .022 diameter?). I hear .024 works well too with my friend's 40" as well. We both power ours using a $30 Harbor Tool and Frieght battery charger (pic on page 1) in the "starting" and "55 amp" modes. No need for a dimmer with that setting, this gauge wire, and that charger. Any other questions just ask.