kilroy07
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I have had leads come loose but not the wires from the connector. I do like to give connections a tug and have been known to add a bit of hot glue to take one down.
As to your foamboard question. There are three main types/brands (four of you count the waterproof stuff).
There’s the high quality stuff (Elemors/hobby lobby) it can be three times heavier than the dtfb.
Ironically my tiny trainer is mostly HQ foamboard (a testament to the designs versatility.)
Ross is probably what you found at Walmart. Some people like it, I don’t. It’s what my Xf Viper is made from (avatar pic). I found it inconsistent in thickness. Sometimes a sheet would be 5mm, other times 4 or even 6. Probably not a deal scratch building but can be an issue when laser cutting. I did find the paper less likely to delaminates (and for awhile you could get it for .80)
And finally DTFB. The standard which all others are judged.
The explorer is looking good! I’ve had mixed results with mine. Keep it light and you should be fine.
As to your foamboard question. There are three main types/brands (four of you count the waterproof stuff).
There’s the high quality stuff (Elemors/hobby lobby) it can be three times heavier than the dtfb.
Ironically my tiny trainer is mostly HQ foamboard (a testament to the designs versatility.)
Ross is probably what you found at Walmart. Some people like it, I don’t. It’s what my Xf Viper is made from (avatar pic). I found it inconsistent in thickness. Sometimes a sheet would be 5mm, other times 4 or even 6. Probably not a deal scratch building but can be an issue when laser cutting. I did find the paper less likely to delaminates (and for awhile you could get it for .80)
And finally DTFB. The standard which all others are judged.
The explorer is looking good! I’ve had mixed results with mine. Keep it light and you should be fine.