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Why are playfields still made with wood?

By Aurich

9 years ago


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#9 9 years ago

I think structural fiberglass panels would be ideal material to use.

#17 9 years ago
Quoted from DadofTwins:

solid hunk of aluminum? light weight, yet stable and durable?

That would work good, then you could have all the holes threaded for the posts would not have to use T-Nuts.

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