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Old 05-06-2009, 14:35   #23
Christian Van H
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Originally Posted by bob kingsland View Post
Chris you'll still have to factor in some sort of bend allowance to get the flat pattern right.
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I confess I cheated to get the pattern. I used 1/4" black PVC sheet to rough up a pattern after first using thin cardboard. I was then able to clamp the PVC onto the 'house, and hand bend to check fit. I think...
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