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Old 04-24-2016, 10:54 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by UltArc View Post
Aluminum is the best (in my opinion). Very sturdy, light, and thin.

Coroplast is cheaper, easier to work with, easier to build with (making one piece from multiple pieces), and had very few negatives. I had it right up against my exhaust, it just melted where it needed to- but I prefer my aluminum
everything he said...and cheaper.
Also, you will have to have more anchor points w/ alum. it has a tendency to vibrate and be annoying.

but take the time to review the various threads. Both coro and alum. There really are some good ones.
THe key (in my opinion) is to get the car up (possibly rent a lift at a shop for an hour) and get a really good idea of mounting points and bracing. The when you buy your materials- over buy so you have enough to do the job. save your receipt and return the extra.
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