Custom - DaBeers - DIY Bodies

[Tex Koder]

This Highly Entertaining & Unique body making process was initiated by @joshludden ,here >
https://www.arrmaforum.com/threads/what-did-you-work-on-today.9619/page-348#post-831673

I'm enhancing it with a more precise production method and adding some of my own embellishments.


Here's the steps I will be taking-

1. Get reference 'shapes' of the original design - courtesy of joshludden via his photos.
2. Manually "clean" said reference photos.
3. Gather measurements of said shapes.
4. Produce specs/shapes to digital outline files in - .SVG , .EPS , .AI formats
5. Convert Outlines to Cut Files for Vinyl reproduction
6. Produce DaBeers Body Decal to 1:1 scale.
7. Choose desired branded beer packaging to transfer Decal to and trim out.
8. Fold & Glue to assemble.


The beginning

The Cleanup

The Trace/Outline

more to come...

#Da Beers , #DaBeers

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[joshludden]

This Highly Entertaining & Unique body making process was initiated by @joshludden ,here >
https://www.arrmaforum.com/threads/what-did-you-work-on-today.9619/page-348#post-831673

I'm enhancing it with a more precise production method and adding some of my own embellishments


Here's the steps I will be taking-

1. Get reference 'shapes' of the original design - courtesy of joshludden via his photos.
2. Manually "clean" said reference photos.
3. Gather measurements of said shapes.
4. Produce specs/shapes to digital outline files in - .SVG , .EPS , .AI formats
5. Convert Outlines to Cut Files for Vinyl reproduction
6. Produce DaBeers Body Decal to 1:1 scale.
7. Choose desired branded beer packaging to transfer Decal to and trim out.
8. Fold & Glue to assemble.


The beginning
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The Cleanup
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The Trace/Outline
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more to come...


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Looking awesome my friend!!! Can't wait to see how the final version comes out!!!!
After putting some eb6000 on the inside, shooting 3 coats of gloss clear on the outside & reinforcing the body mount holes w/ Gorilla tape here's what my final version looks like

 

[Tex Koder]

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Finalized the new design..

Will get it converted and cut soon..



Next designs that I'm thinking of making if this works out...

Volkswagen Beetle ( Type I )

Tesla Cybertruck (converted to an eXtendo Crew Cab version or a modified Army APC.)



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In the meantime, I need to go buy some more beers!


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[joshludden]

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Finalized the new design..

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Will get it converted and cut soon..



Next designs that I'm thinking of making if this works out...

Volkswagen Beetle ( Type I )

Tesla Cybertruck (converted to an eXtendo Crew Cab version or a modified Army APC.)



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In the meantime, I need to go buy some more beers!


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Yo that looks cool as hell man!!! LOVE IT!!! Tell ya the truth, I was sitting here looking @ my new to me Kraton6s last night trying to envision one that I could make for it because I just painted it & kinda want to keep it nice, just for a little bit. I am thinking about raising the rear body posts up to the roofline & going for a blazer type look. I think that would really simplify the bending/folding process a lot. Might take the big suitcase of buds tho!! Gonna hafta get some beers myself & start working on another prototype!

 

[Tex Koder]

Yo that looks cool as hell man!!! LOVE IT!!! Tell ya the truth, I was sitting here looking @ my new to me Kraton6s last night trying to envision one that I could make for it because I just painted it & kinda want to keep it nice, just for a little bit.

I am thinking about raising the rear body posts up to the roofline & going for a blazer type look. I think that would really simplify the bending/folding process a lot.

Might take the big suitcase of buds tho!! Gonna hafta get some beers myself & start working on another prototype!

Inspiration & Motivation!!

a Blazer or
that Hemi SRT8 Magnum Wagon..

 

[ChrisC]

Love this! So interested to see what you guys come up with!

 

[Tex Koder]

Testing Da Beers decal install and trimming..

Utilizing my favorite delivery packaging..

I applied transfer tapes to both "end sections" and proceeded to line up 'one long edge' to the upper edge of the Postal packaging; secure one end -the Front section (right hand side) first.. Backing paper carefully peeled back ,halfway and transfer tape removed.

Squeegeed out any air bubbles from the section as you go.

Since I'm applying this decal onto cardboard/paper surface, I'm NOT Able to peel back up the decal (like if it was on glass or metal surfaces, if a mistake was made.)
So I had to take extra care to make sure I'm align correctly BEFORE peeling off the backing paper...

Slow and steady..

Once the entire backing paper is removed and all air bubbles squeegeed out.

You can remove the last of the transfer tape.

 

[joshludden]

Testing Da Beers decal install and trimming..

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Utilizing my favorite delivery packaging..
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I applied transfer tapes to both "end sections" and proceeded to line up 'one long edge' to the upper edge of the Postal packaging; secure one end -the Front section (right hand side) first.. Backing paper carefully peeled back ,halfway and transfer tape removed.
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Squeegeed out any air bubbles from the section as you go.

Since I'm applying this decal onto cardboard/paper surface, I'm NOT Able to peel back up the decal (like if it was on glass or metal surfaces, if a mistake was made.)
So I had to take extra care to make sure I'm align correctly BEFORE peeling off the backing paper...
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Slow and steady..
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Once the entire backing paper is removed and all air bubbles squeegeed out.
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You can remove the last of the transfer tape.
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Looking very promising man, can't wait to see it!! Now origami that sucker up & stick it on a truck, the suspense is killing me!!!

 

[slick2500]

I misread this thread title as Da Bears and immediately thought of this.

 

[Tex Koder]

Did you know there's a photo upload limit..? (per post)
I was trying to figure out why I couldn't add any more photos...

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Any how..

Start your cutting..
Carefully following the outer edges!
Because you can easily cut into the decal if you are not paying attention..

 

[slick2500]

Did you know there's a photo upload limit..? (per post)
I was trying to figure out why I couldn't add any more photos...

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Any how..

Start your cutting..
Carefully following the outer edges!
Because you can easily cut into the decal if you are not paying attention..
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I've never noticed a limit. Pretty sure I can post more than 5 pictures.

 

[Tex Koder]

I've never noticed a limit. Pretty sure I can post more than 5 pictures.

Apparently, you can only upload 14-15 photos per posting..
Any more than that ,it won't let you post.

 

[slick2500]

Apparently, you can only upload 14-15 photos per posting..
Any more than that ,it won't let you post.

Oh yeah I have never tried to upload that many.

 

[Tex Koder]

Using a straight edge, make your folds..

I'm using these to make the holes..

1/4"

 

[joshludden]

Using a straight edge, make your folds..

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I'm using these to make the holes..
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1/4"
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I would definitely rock one of those bad boys!!

 

[Tex Koder]

I would definitely rock one of those bad boys!!

Thanks buddy

I'm waiting for it to get a little darker and I'll get the fire pit going..
Then take some photos.

 

[Tex Koder]

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Season's Greetings.

From all of us on the Tex's ᴙRanch to all of you our Extended AF Family & Friends!

She's thinking.. THAT's Mine now!

 

[joshludden]

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Season's Greetings.

From all of us on the Tex's ᴙRanch to all of you our Extended AF Family & Friends!

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She's thinking.. THAT's Mine now!

Yes!!!! I want one!!