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How can I make a top body for a soapbox car without spending too much?

There's a soapbox derby in July and I wanna make a car. Plywood floorboard is no problem but I don't know about 3D shapes. Any suggestions on something a kid (12) could make? Add other suggestions if you want.

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Apr 24, 2009. 12:38 AMorksecurity says:
Paper mache', possibly over a wire or wood frame?
May 26, 2011. 7:49 AMtinker234 says:
wait wrong image blast
May 26, 2011. 7:49 AMtinker234 says:
and good luck
May 26, 2011. 7:45 AMtinker234 says:
wire but here is a good shape is the tringle it slices thourgh air qukily try a dimanod shape
Apr 19, 2009. 9:17 PMskunkbait says:
You could use bamboo strips covered in canvas. It'd probably look crappy, but it'd be cheap, light and aerodynamic. Save your money for the best wheels and bearings you can afford.

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