Post by Goat Boy on Jul 11, 2009 17:51:40 GMT -6
I wanted to get this thread started so I can start to show off the new proxy shipping containers I will be selling in the near future. I have only been involved with this hobby for a few months but can see by some pictures and old posts that shipping containers are a needed item. I have come up with a design that is simple, effective, custom made for each car and looks great!
The shipping containers themselves are built to fit in either the medium USPS Flat rate Priority box(2 car model) or the larger Flat rate USPS Priority box(4 car model). By using the flat rate boxes the shipping of multiple cars is lots cheaper
The custom part of each box comes in the form of the car "nests". I have noticed that when you make a "1 size fits all" type of box you still get damaged cars By making each car custom fit to a "nest" I can eliminate almost any chance of damage. When you order 1 of my containers you will have to send your cars in to me so I can custom make the "nests" for you. I know, sounds like a pain right?? Well, after spending countless hours on these little wood cars we all love and lots of $$$ I think it will be worth it to have them custom fit
Currently my box is still out in the shop being finalized so I can not post pics of it yet but I did take a few pics of my custom nesting method. I am showing 2 different shapes of cars so you can see how it differs and why I want to make this a custom fit container. I am not sure on cost yet but you will be able to choose your finish and also you will be able to have your team name/logo on the box.
I will be donating 2 of these custom boxes to the 2009 BGN. They will be given away as certificates good for the boxes. I will have my box and 1 other box down at the BGN to show. I am real excited to start making these and really think its a huge need for proxy racing. Hope you enjoy ;D
Ian
The shipping containers themselves are built to fit in either the medium USPS Flat rate Priority box(2 car model) or the larger Flat rate USPS Priority box(4 car model). By using the flat rate boxes the shipping of multiple cars is lots cheaper
The custom part of each box comes in the form of the car "nests". I have noticed that when you make a "1 size fits all" type of box you still get damaged cars By making each car custom fit to a "nest" I can eliminate almost any chance of damage. When you order 1 of my containers you will have to send your cars in to me so I can custom make the "nests" for you. I know, sounds like a pain right?? Well, after spending countless hours on these little wood cars we all love and lots of $$$ I think it will be worth it to have them custom fit
Currently my box is still out in the shop being finalized so I can not post pics of it yet but I did take a few pics of my custom nesting method. I am showing 2 different shapes of cars so you can see how it differs and why I want to make this a custom fit container. I am not sure on cost yet but you will be able to choose your finish and also you will be able to have your team name/logo on the box.
I will be donating 2 of these custom boxes to the 2009 BGN. They will be given away as certificates good for the boxes. I will have my box and 1 other box down at the BGN to show. I am real excited to start making these and really think its a huge need for proxy racing. Hope you enjoy ;D
Ian