need help! choosing right kit

[HipoPapi]

Hi there,

In My opinion the best way to estimate weight is the following:

First 1. Use Sketchup to build your model.
Step 2. Any components in your build must be converted into groups or components otherwise you are f****d in sketchup.

So for instance if you make a 100x100x3x 1500 solid in sketchup turn it into a group or component as soon as is made.

Step 3. if you right click a group or component and go into entity info depending on your unit setup (which should be mm for this type of work) you will see the exact cubic mm of the component.

Step 4. Go here: http://www.aqua-calc.com/calculate/volume-to-weight

If you dont see the cubic mm option click show more units and will be there.

Search for steel or aluminum or whatever and calculate.

Have a good night.

Vass