Author Topic: Foam Blocks For Seat Bottom (Read 1763 times)

jim martin · « **on:** June 09, 2006, 07:29:52 AM »

i have a new high density foam cut to the shape of my lower rear seat ,
now all i have to do is cut a tapper into it .obviously it curves from frt to back .
any idea's on how to cut or shape foam when its that wide?

Bullyboy · « **Reply #1 on:** June 09, 2006, 08:15:19 AM »

Get the wifes electric knife. Thats what I use.

BUSDADDY · « **Reply #2 on:** June 09, 2006, 08:52:40 AM »

A king sized band saw works best, electric knife works good, I've done it with a disc sander too, messy but good for odd shapes.

Billyisgr8 · « **Reply #3 on:** June 09, 2006, 10:46:30 AM »

A hot wire works good.

here

http://members.fortunecity.co.uk/slmohr/rc...rcinterest2.htm

kirin · « **Reply #4 on:** June 09, 2006, 12:11:18 PM »

Hey Jim,
The electric knife is the ticket. At work it is what we use to shape foam and such. If you have any questions or need some ideas just give me a call I can put you in contact with Andre our trimmer.

GMB · « **Reply #5 on:** June 23, 2006, 02:05:13 AM »

Hey Jim, Makin' that hot wire device looks like it's right up your alley. When they say \"it's not rocket science\" they're not talking about that hot wire device looks like alot of work! I like the electric knife idea. Should be lots at valu village.
Gary.

Bruce · « **Reply #6 on:** June 23, 2006, 06:29:38 PM »

Once you have your straight cuts done with the electiric knife or bandsaw, shape it with a sanding disc on your angle grinder.

jim martin · « **Reply #7 on:** June 23, 2006, 08:05:28 PM »

all done and recoverded just in time ,glad grama was able to help out with here sewing machine,nitrous bottle now has good company on each side.

see you guys on sunday.
ended up using a long wood hand saw and when pulled towards yourself it worked very well , and yes bruce the grinder method was a huge help as well

Author Topic: Foam Blocks For Seat Bottom (Read 1763 times)

Billyisgr8