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My DIY Grit Guards (2 for < $7)
I haven't tried washing the car with this but I tested in a 5gallon bucket full of water and it stayed in the bottom of the bucket.
Material and cost: 2 - Homer Bucket Lid (Orange) - $0.98 each 8 - UV Cable Tie - $0.01 each 1 - 4x48x1/8 Pinn Rubber WB-Gray-EA - $2.96 Tools: - Heavy duty scissor (I don't know the name or type...just enough to cut the rubber and plastic lid) - Phillips screw driver (used to make a hole on the rubber for the cable ties to go through) - Measuring tape - Straight edge (at least 4 inches) - Pen - <1hr of time Here are some pictures:  -  -  -  -  -  -  - 
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Re: My DIY Grit Guards (2 for < $7)
Interesting.. just be carefull for shards of plastic.
One of those grids for overhead lights might be an option also.
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Jul 6th, 2009, 12:35 AM
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When I was cutting the lid, I left enough room so it won't easily break off (crossing fingers).
Grids for overhead lights? Can you show me a pic or link? BTW, how much is a grid?
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Dont know why I cant find them on Home Depot or Lowes... It would be called like an Egg Crate Louvre, or Egg Crate Light Diffuser.
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 I'll definitely get it if it's cost effective.Edit: I found this link.... I'll probably check local pet stores for it.
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Re: My DIY Grit Guards (2 for < $7)
please let us know how this works out for you!
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Re: My DIY Grit Guards (2 for < $7)
What is the actual cost of a grit guard?
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