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Old 01-28-2018, 02:50 PM   #287 (permalink)
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I looked into smooth underbody trays but the amount of work required to fabricate something for my car may be cost prohibitive, and not to mention the added burden of requiring easy access for maintenance under the body of the car. I was willing to overlook this but then again such a tray would help to keep salt from attacking those components shielded by the tray.
Polymetal comes in 4x8, 5x10 and 4x12ft sheets. Here is pricing for 4x8 sheets: POLYMETAL PANELS — $48-108 depending on the color and thickness. You'd want to roll the edges under the rocker panels and cut holes for the pumpkin and stuff.

OTOH I think there is a lot to be said for perforated sheet. It would manage flow along it's length but buffer pressures above and below. And shed sand and water.
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