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<div><font size="3">Vance<br>
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That is readily available, just look online for "molded fiberglass grating". There is some similar stuff that's easier on the feet, which you can find searching "pultruded grating", but I went for this one with wider openings because the midships thrusters blow right through it.
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On Mon, Jun 29, 2015 at 11:14 AM, 
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Very cool. I am curious about the grate too.
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Made by Greg Cottrell many years ago. It was at the time the thickest he'd made and wasn't sure it would work out, but it came out really well.
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On Mon, Jun 29, 2015 at 10:57 AM, via Personal_Submersibles 
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Alec, The submarine looks amazing!!! I can't wait to see it in person! Where did you get the acrylic dome at?
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              <span>Date: Sat, June 27, 2015 7:40 pm<br>
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Hey everyone, I'm breaking cover with the project sub. It is in need of a name. If the pictures inspire any thoughts that are not rude, I'm all ears for suggested names! 
                
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