Starting with JDM tails.Drawing the lineHave to cut the perfect line or else it wont separateSuccess!New tool to help me create tails faster and better!Got a rough template scanned in, now to design the patternPractice testFitting over the internals on some spare tail lights to prevent scratchesNeeds a few more adjustmentsEasier to fit inside the lensAdding the vinyl to the plexiglassCutting the test patternLighting testNeeded more cuttingBack to the design fileVersion 3Designed a new file on the New MacThese should fit better with a better designCleaning the edges, getting ready to heatBrake checkTurn checkReverse checkClose but noBottom looks goodFrustrating…back to the drawing board.Tried a few more times, here is the latest updated design version i forgot. hopefully this is that last!Had to shape it without the vinyl because heat was causing it to bubbleThen add the vinyl after one by oneOne side doneThis fits much betterFinally happyReworking the original leds and then adding more leds to fill the dead spotsMaking sure the light doesnt bleed into the blinker/reverse sectionFinally done with the insides. Time to seal!
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