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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 06:03 AM
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by mstromquist
Very cool idea. I have a question for you though. I have seen some of the metal ones rub on the bottom of the door. Is there enough room for the 1/4" plexi you have? I haven't looked myself, that's why I am asking.
I tested with an an extra piece of 1/4" plexi. it cleared it easily. I believe there's about 3/8" clearance. I am however giving thought to using 1/8" duraplex to get the full 26". it will be easier to work with because it's more like lexan than plexiglass.

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as long as your arent trying to take money away from that company im sure they wouldnt go after you... imagine that in the news... "Bright young C5 owner known for excellet modification to his vehicle get sued by large Wagon complany"

For some reason i dont see that as a CNN moment

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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by rcs128
Nice work. I really admire your ingenuity.

What about doorsills that say "The Radio Flyer"?
how about this?

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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 09:04 AM
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 10:54 AM
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You rock looks awesome Put me in line for a pair of the American Legend in blue please !
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 11:08 AM
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George,

Another great mod and example of your skills

I would use the most scratch resistant plexi you can get.......as that is a high wear/scratch area

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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by TheRadioFlyer
how about this?

Looks pretty cool! And I think you're more likely to get sued by Lockheed for stealing the SR-71 shape than by Radio Flyer...
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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 08:54 PM
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Your creativity is very cool man....
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Old Aug 2, 2008 | 07:04 PM
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I'm going to try a 24" long. I can't seem to find anyone that sells 1/4" plexi for less then 48" and more than 24" Since the door sill area is only 27" of flat surface, 1.5" on each side shouldn't be too strange looking.

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Old Aug 2, 2008 | 09:50 PM
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George,you are out of control
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Great idea

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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 02:08 AM
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Another awesome mod

I'll take one with a Tornado in lieu of the SR71
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Looks great!
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by DeeGee
Another awesome mod

I'll take one with a Tornado in lieu of the SR71
that's only cause radioflyer is a trailer.....
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 01:43 PM
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Very ...you definitely have skills!!
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dayum, those look sweet man.
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