Fibreglass and carbon work.

[humphrt]

Big ups dude, that tank looks freak'n awesome. I'd love to make a carbon fibre lower fairing and wheel guards for my VTR250 some time but too much else to do first. Keep up the good work.

[fLaThEaD FreD]

Would "peel ply" do the same thing?

I dont know.The tissue is so light and will conform to intricate shapes and corners without conceding much weight as the resin in the carbon should be enough to wet the tissue. I would think the peelply would not sit as well in the tight places. Easy answer is do a small test laminate and compare the two...cheers

[Swoop]

I dont know.The tissue is so light and will conform to intricate shapes and corners without conceding much weight as the resin in the carbon should be enough to wet the tissue. I would think the peelply would not sit as well in the tight places.

I have never personally used peel ply on a job, but there is a 9m carbon fibre sport boat being built nearby, which I have been taking an interest in.
Peel ply (thin cloth) is layed over the surface during the construction to keep the resin uniform, and provides protection during the reat of the build.
On the yacht, it is just about to be peeled off and the clearcoat applied, before the hull and deck is joined.
It has been a bloody interesting process and a good learning curve for me.

[imdying]

Heheheh, I suspect Paul is well familiar with what peel ply is

He's right though, it won't be the best... the tissue will wet out and go into any shape you like, the peel ply however is tightly woven (a bit like silk I guess), and won't conform around detail, as it just wants to clump into pleats.

[dilz]

he all,more pics of this project uploaded to my albums,have a look if interested.cheers

[CookMySock]

Its bloody interesting watching your work.. When you are making a plug from scratch, how do you get both sides symmetrical ?

DB

[dilz]

measurements,feel and time mostly mate.Hard to get perfect results when things are hand made so it never will be but i get it as close as i can.thanks

[flyingbrick]

I love this thread and have a few questions myself.. basically- I made a fibreglass pod for my subwoofer as shown here: http://www.knockturnal.org/forums/sh...?t=6363&page=3

The problem is that after two weeks certain areas have become lumpy and its no longer glassy smooth like it was origionally. Is this due to me doing the fibreglassing/sanding/painting over three days? I do slightly recall seeing something on the resin tin saying "leave for a week before painting" or something.

How long does resin and bog continue to shrink and move for after application?

Thanks dude- your work is beautiful!

[Swoop]

Resin will be dry to the touch after 6-8 hours(ish).
Full hardness and strength will take about 5-7 days and curing will vary on temperature.

[imdying]

I finally have my oven in the roof! My VER stuff should be well cured in a few days without too much bother.

[Jerry74]

Very nice work there

[fLaThEaD FreD]

Resin will be dry to the touch after 6-8 hours(ish).
Full hardness and strength will take about 5-7 days and curing will vary on temperature.

In Breif
Full cure aprox 28days in ideal conditions.I...demoulding 24-36 hours or longer the better.
Peter Cave
Nuplex Industries
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