cutting out vents

[kaszal]

I just opened the air vents on my mate's DB01R Baldre shell to keep the motor running a bit cooler. I scored round the cut lines with a fresh scalpel blade, used a reamer to make a couple holes in the middle then used some curved scissors to make cuts at right angles right just up to the score line. The pieces snapped off quite easily and I finished it with 800 grit paper.

OK for a first attempt so I thought I'd share. If there are any other threads on this topic please feel free to link.

(paint by Jon at RCS)

[gainsy]

I think i will get you to do mine on my new shell
Good work buddy

[wingnut]

i usually leave the corners with a radius . if you leave a sharp corner the body tends to crack.

[kaszal]

Originally Posted by wingnut

i usually leave the corners with a radius . if you leave a sharp corner the body tends to crack.

Good point. Thanks.

[/tobys]

Tidy Job! I use a dremel with a fine sanding cone - takes just a few seconds and leaves no sharp edges to crack/tear.

[RC944]

crisp lines - pre cut vinyl or was that hand cut liquid mask?