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MetroMPG · 11-18-2008, 09:50 PM

I think it may be too steep, yes. Did you by any chance see the "teardrop template" in my Kammback thread? It's a good starting place for figuring out the ideal shape/angle.

EDIT: here's the link to the post in question about the teardrop ... http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...html#post41136

I really like the material choice. If I could do mine in clear plastic, I probably would.

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