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Post by strop2 on Oct 21, 2014 18:16:06 GMT 8
By looking on the internet, it is easy to see how versatile PVC can be. The only limitation is imagination. I will have an idea of what I want to achieve and then as I am making the item, it may change slightly due to the item needing a different shape to allow function or mistakes occurring during the build. When I ran out of pop rivets, I used small bolts.
Numerous tools can be used or if you have nothing, you could use a fry pan (to heat up and soften the PVC) and knife/box cutter to shape.
Photo 1 - tools used. 
Photo 2 - more tools used. 
Photo 3 - only some of the different sizes of PVC Pipe. Obtaining the correct size PVC pipe for your design can save time and add strength. 
Other items not listed and could be useful are glue guns and PVC solvent cement. |
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Post by good on Oct 24, 2014 15:05:34 GMT 8
Strop2 is really resourceful and good with DIY.
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Post by myrrph on Nov 3, 2014 14:12:43 GMT 8
the heat gun is impt if you wanna build a pvc bow ... thats my stumbling block lol
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Post by strop2 on Nov 3, 2014 15:24:39 GMT 8
The heat gun was $35 AUD on line. The alternate is using steam, very hot water, open flame on kitchen stove, and I used a small hair dryer which is held closer and takes twice as much time but does work if there is nothing else available (very difficult to burn the pvc, which is a good thing).
I have seen the outdoor BBQ used but the heat gun works great. I burnt the first knife sheath I made a few times because I was impatient but taking my time saved me time. Another thing that will help is sizing pvc for a sheath.
Photo 1: This photo is of two off cuts 42mm and 33mm, each has a 2mm thick wall. 
Photo 2: Sizing my Bush Knife. 
Photo 3: Sizing my Bush Saw. 
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Post by myrrph on Nov 3, 2014 17:00:25 GMT 8
nah. looking to get one second hand here.
Hair dryer will take a longer time and don't like steam, hot water and open flame for PVC.
I'm using conventional rubber bands, but will prolly look into Bicycle inner tubing as an alternative.
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