I tentatively plan to build an 18 point support with large, soft, slippery pads, perhaps 2" or larger in diameter. I would appreciate any suggestions as to materials, and in particular any tips on how to adhere Teflon to pad materials such as carpet. I would also appreciate any opinions about 18 vs. 27 point suspensions. In doodling with my cad program, it looks like 18 large pads give a more evenly distributed pattern than 27 smaller points. In particular, the 27 point Obsession style pattern seems to have uneven clumping in some areas with three distinct radial, unsupported channels. I also feel I could build an 18 point support with much better precision than a 27 point support. What do you think?
In Jack Newton's latest book he mentions that his 25" is supported by bubble pack material -- you know, the kind you like to pop! Has anybody else done anything along these lines? It sounds so deviously simple. What's the catch?
Thanks -- Bill Thomas kuper@rt66.com