"The Bug Etch Tool"as tested on the unrevised version of #1017, Z scale Delivery Van chassis. Find a good setup... 1] The outer fenders-running boards should be bent first. I chose the long edge of this tool. 2] I used my Xuron needle nose pliers to "push" this section down about 80°.
			"The Bug"as tested Bend the opposite fender.
			RESULTS ! Just using my Xuron pliers I bent down the the inner "fender-riser-apron" to achieve the desired "hat" shape as seen edge-on.
			RESULTS, another view.       Back to "The Bug" page.
			"The Mark II Etch Tool"as tested on the Z scale #1039 Knox Chemical Fire Truck chassis. Front wheels leaf springs first: 1] These inner features must be folded first so that there is clearance for later folds. 2] I used a safety razor to bend the part up. The detail sides of photo etched parts should always face outwards.
			The first bend, 90°.
			Clamped for the second bend, 90°.
			Front leaf springs completed.
			Main chassis side frame clamped.
			Main chassis side frame bent 90°. (Note that I am using a couple of magnets to prop up the tool for photography, not part of the actual process).
			Main chassis side frame, opposite side bent 90°.
			Rear platform running board, bent 90°. Note that the Xuron pliers are just long enough to prevent this part from bending in the wrong place.
			"The Mark II Etch Tool"as tested on the #1039 Knox Chemical Fire Truck chassis. Another "z" bend and a perfect job!