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vinnievector

posted on 28/4/08 at 07:22 PM Reply With Quote
Off shoot

An off shoot to the other topic , I think rather thinking of a singular material here Ie ,carbon fibre we would be better off using a combination .putting in strength where we need it taking wait out of areas that don't need the strength using the sides as structural parts rather than to keep off the wind and look pritty ,If guys on here really want to make a lighter chassis they most do there home work not think to much down one train of thought here combination is the Key your thoughts please .
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Volvorsport

posted on 28/4/08 at 07:28 PM Reply With Quote
hmmm , i laminated my tub in kevlar , the sides havent been covered yet .

it was a bitch to do and doesnt look that pretty





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Griffo

posted on 28/4/08 at 07:32 PM Reply With Quote
you mean along the lines of a semi monocoque chassis.

to add to the carbonfibre debate i would suggest using a carbon armid weave rather than pure cf as it is far better in an impact and alot more resistant to cracking from minor impacts

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vinnievector

posted on 28/4/08 at 09:10 PM Reply With Quote
alu lamanates

thinking along the lines of an alu lamanate section with composite sides braced with carbonfibre tube with alu fittings bonded and or bolted some testing to be done here.almost a tub as you say .
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