chris_harris_
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| posted on 31/7/08 at 06:14 PM |
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Making copies of my wings
Guys, i'm after a bit of advise. I've got my front cycle wings just how i want them now after lots of fettling, and just know that as soon
as i drive this thing, i'll break one.
So how best to make a mould of it so i can make some more if need be. They are gelcoated at the moment.
Will i need lots od wax, or just pva and some chopped mat and resin. Any guidance much appreciated.!
Regards Chris
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BenB
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| posted on 31/7/08 at 06:28 PM |
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To make up a mould you'll need lots of wax and then some fairly chunky CSM to make a rigid mould off.... You may need to use plywood or MDF to
re-inforce the mould too.
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chrism
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| posted on 31/7/08 at 06:28 PM |
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Have a look here it shows a walkthrough of making a mould.
http://www.turbo124.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=1183&hilit=fibreglass+101&sid=240012b8d79f05f2dd246376f9bee01a
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A little hard work never killed anyone, but why take the risk!
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chris_harris_
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| posted on 31/7/08 at 06:42 PM |
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Awesome Guys thanks, that link says it all really. Need to go shopping now.
Regards Chris
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Richard Quinn
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| posted on 31/7/08 at 10:03 PM |
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I use almost exclusively epoxy and when making moulds I use epoxy mixed with a very fine aluminium powder as the first layer. This gives good coverage
and polishes to a very good finish.
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