the_nutt
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The pan is 16g steel that I formed with an angle grinder, c-clamps, and a hammer. My friend tacked the corners in the front, that I also made.
The foam is closed cell foam I bought from a local kayak supply store.
I glued the foam to the pan, then used rivets to attach the fabric to the pan. I think it will probably stretch over time, because I didn't think to use grommets in the fabric.
I'm very happy with how it turned out considering I've never done anything with fabric before, aside from sewing patches, haha. Its comfortable as well. The closed cell foam does a good job dampening vibrations and bumps, and the 1/4" of soft foam in the pleats of the fabric give it a softer initial feel.
Investment: $10 metal, $20 fabric, $8 foam, ~$10 rivets and adhesive
The foam is closed cell foam I bought from a local kayak supply store.
I glued the foam to the pan, then used rivets to attach the fabric to the pan. I think it will probably stretch over time, because I didn't think to use grommets in the fabric.
I'm very happy with how it turned out considering I've never done anything with fabric before, aside from sewing patches, haha. Its comfortable as well. The closed cell foam does a good job dampening vibrations and bumps, and the 1/4" of soft foam in the pleats of the fabric give it a softer initial feel.
Investment: $10 metal, $20 fabric, $8 foam, ~$10 rivets and adhesive