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How do you go about measuring the curve in wheel well? i'm trying to build this subwoofer box for my vehicle, but im stumped as to how you measure the curvature. thanks in advance!

>> No.1166331

>>1166330
>how to use tape measure

0/10

>> No.1166343
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1166343

Template it out with cardboard first.
Trim until you get desired results.
Use that template to cut the MDF.

Get the right volume for the sub you're putting in. Adding poly-fill can help if you're on the smaller side.
Wood glue on all the joints.

>> No.1166344

-Get a piece of poster board or cardboard
-Rough cut it to get it in the ballpark
-Temporarly attach it to the side of the vehicle
-Measure up (vertical) from the surfaces (including the flat,easy part) an equal amount all along the contour about every inch or so. A small block of wood or something about the right size, is a lot quicker and more accurate than using a tape.
-cut out curve (and flat) and use it for a template to mark the wood.

>> No.1166384

>>1166331
He asked a quick question and got a quick answer.

>> No.1166880

>>1166344
This. Poster board template /10. Almost always the best and easiest unless u wanna break out the fiberglass

>> No.1166918

>>1166330
Just buy the insert, poorfag. It's a jeep xj, everything is already on eBay for ten dollars or less.