Does anyone make a paper mockup before building?

[bluewhisper]

Just wondering, does anyone tweak their build designs by making small card-stock paper mockups first? Just to see how the intended parts would fit together, or else show the builder exactly what you want.

 

[jirodriguez]

Couldn't hurt - always nice to have a good visual if you are having a hard time picturing what it will look like in your head.

 

[daveomak]

a cardboard cut out, of the RF plate, would be good to check dimensions for a good air flow...

 

[bluewhisper]

a cardboard cut out, of the RF plate, would be good to check dimensions for a good air flow...

Like a full-size template to fit in an existing rig? That could help.

 

[wimpy69]

Cardboard's alot cheaper than metal when it comes to mock-up work.

 

[dirtsailor2003]

When I make full size patterns and mock ups for the boat building I do I use door skin. It's cheap and isn't as easy to destroy as cardboard or paper. It's also easy to glue multiple pieces together with hot glue.

 

[radioguy]

I've made full size patterns out of cardboard, beer cartons and so on. Some masking tape and hot glue helps.

RG