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 Post subject: 16' braces on a 15' rim
PostPosted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 10:42 am 
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I have one of the kmg mega molds which i have never used before. It's contouring device is 15' radius. My dish is 16' for the braces. Will it make any difference? Or should I make a 15' radius block for the braces also?

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PostPosted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 10:45 am 
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Wont make much if any difference .. carry on.

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PostPosted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 11:29 am 
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Richard: Over the width of a back you woul be hard pressed to be able to measure any differance. Your secret is safe here with us....!!!
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 21, 2011 11:36 am 
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That's what I thought
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nadda zippo should be good to go .

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