First attempt at the mold was a failure because my cast was far too cold and the polycarbonate turned pretty hard just as soon as it touched the mold.
No big deal because honestly, I half expected that. Next time I will lay it on a heat register for a few hours before I try again.
I did buy this...
Worst part about this is drilling the holes in the vacuum machine.
@tntpoof , with this type of body, shrinkage shouldn't be an issue. Even if it does shrink, it will still fit on the Baja. It is a horseshoe shape and as far as height of it, it can vary without worry.
The cardboard is only used...
My 1/5 scale gas Baja has a Q Baja shorty kit I installed so it is a few inches shorter than the original. I wanted to paint my own body but you can't buy clear Q Baja bodies, only pre-painted. I decided to try vacuum molding and I think is going to work, I am happy with the results so I'll...