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would it be possible to make a gt chassis outta plexi??

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maybe really really thick plexi its possible, i think it would be just too fragile. maybe one of those bulletproof lexans but would still be pretty think. HG Made Lexan shock bodies a while ago that were clear, and they were pretty "strong".. but for a chassis i dont know

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I would think heat could become a problem.
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you could probably used fiberglass at a heat shield somewhat. but ya extended runs would probably just heat up way too much.

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I tried making a JRX2 chassis out of 3/16" clear plexi when i was a kid... it was sort of flimsy and certianly heavy but it DID look cool!

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I sense another reference to Scotty's clear aluminum equation coming..............
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i tried to make a hot-trick style blackfoot/frog chassis out of plexi back in the day. it was heavier than stock and brittle, i think it broke in half. transparent aluminum rules, sombody needs to get on the stick and invent it so we can make some really cool chassis and car parts.

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I believe clear titanium is the hot setup... 8)

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Only Asa has the clear titanium
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Ya but he sold it to me mounted on a shelfer 4-10 Legend last month :shock:

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