Vacuum forming on the cheap

Vacuum formed cars. They sucked.

For a long time now I've been planning a small tutorial on how to build and use a inexpensive vacuum former. You can make a lot of things with a former, but I'm going to show you how to copy cars to use as terrain. This idea was the inspiration for my project.

The Materials

1/2 " MDF board, about 24 in square

A high suction vacuum with the hose( I used a Shark I got from goodwill. Don't laugh, its got some power!)

PVC elbow that fits your flange and your vacuum hose

3/4 " weatherstripping

plastic or acetate

3/4 to 1-1/2 wood for your frames

screws, glue, wingnuts

4 sturdy plastic cups or blocks to use as risers

metal window screen

shelf brackets

Plastic for sale signs or other thin polystyrene

GOOD VENTILATION

There is a lot of info on how to build a vacuum former and the concept of its uses available on the Internet. I strongly suggest you reference other materials besides my amature how-to. Our end goal is to build this:

Please note: Your end results may vary. I'm not responsible for your project not turning out, your house burning down or any bodily harm you might cause on yourself or others. Use your brain, be safe, and don't try this if your unsure of any aspect of it.