Another option is to send you design file to an AKU machine shop (find a AKU shaping shop near you ). This car is ubiquitous for a reason – it’s a very solid purchase. Get A Template To Shape Your You Own Mini Simmons Surfboard Once you design your Mini Simmons template you need to grab a Mini Simmons surfboard blank, check our blank recommendation list. When I connected the dots, the SUP was extremely narrow in the nose, but I had a starting point to work from, had the fluffer come in and fill out the nose to where I liked the look. I used AKU Shaper (can be downloaded from the internet) to create the 3D model and then.

I’ve only been stranded 3 times (flat tire from expressway debris, and twice with dead battery) over 6+ years of ownership, so reliability gets high marks. I took the measurements of the smaller template, divided up the SUP blank into the same amount of sections and multiplied by the decimals. I modelled my wooden board on a 7ft 4 mini mal that I already had. At 108,700 miles, aside from regular oil changes, I’ve replaced the battery twice, replaced a tail brake light bulb (warranty), had a cooling system flush, a fuel system/throttle body repair ($200+), and got a new set of tires. The 4-wheel disc anti-lock brakes are good and inspire confidence. Florida expressways will easily get 45+ mpg, while cruising at 70-75 will still get in the high 30's. While the 1.5L turbo engine won’t win a drag race, it’s still peppy enough to allow confident expressway entrances, and fuel economy is excellent for a 5-passenger sedan. It has a quiet and refined ride, roomy interior with ample leg room for rear seat passengers, power adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support, clear and easy-to-use infotainment system, fold-down rear seats, and some nice ambient interior lighting.

I purchased my Malibu LT (1.5L) new in August 2016 and have absolutely loved it ever since.

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