My Carbon Fiber projects

Rogerd · 11 June 2013

Creating this post because I plan on continue to make my own parts.
Here's link to my first that I just finished .

http://www.nsxprime.com/forum/showthread.php/173239-My-first-carbon-fiber-part

Moving on to drivers side radiator bracket

Mold

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Stephen@NCAutoUSA · 11 June 2013

Looks good. I bet you can't wait to flip it over and pop that part out to see how it turned out!

Just a note that will help you out later. The larger the flange, the easier things will be.

Rogerd · 11 June 2013

You learned so much after just one part......mold is not the worry

Stephen@NCAutoUSA · 11 June 2013

Yeah. It gets easier with time.

But like I said. The larger the flange area the easier things will be. You'll understand and thank me more later. Not to say you need 1 foot, but 4 inches around makes a world of difference sometimes.

synergy004 · 11 June 2013

Just wait till composites gets more technical and a two part mould begins. Glad another diy'er rises up.

Rogerd · 12 June 2013

Mold done

Rogerd · 12 June 2013

Infusion begins

Vi3tBoy · 12 June 2013

Great stuff. Love the step by step pics. I will def. be following this

Rogerd · 13 June 2013

All cured

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Rogerd · 13 June 2013

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Just needs to be cut and polished.....can't wait for final result

Nefarious · 13 June 2013

How are you creating the mold? Clay then gelcoat, then fiberglass? I have a strong desire to tinker with composites like this, but have no clue where to start or what equipment to get.

Rogerd · 13 June 2013

Nefarious said:
How are you creating the mold? Clay then gelcoat, then fiberglass? I have a strong desire to tinker with composites like this, but have no clue where to start or what equipment to get.

Gelcoat first, then fiberglass when gelcoat is tacky and then let them both cure overnight.

I must of watched many many youtube videos and they definitely help.

synergy004 · 13 June 2013

Rogerd said:
Gelcoat first, then fiberglass when gelcoat is tacky and then let them both cure overnight.

I must of watched many many youtube videos and they definitely help.

Since your part did not have catalyst lock, I take it you first used mould release wax and/or PVA release?

shawn110975 · 13 June 2013

I want more pics, I have so many ideas I wanna try but never did this before but I know I can do it.

I make a whole NSX chassis thats how crazy i am LOL

synergy004 · 13 June 2013

^^^go big or go home <<< worst advice but do it lol. My first composite part was a rear quarter panel and what a total mess up. I waisted materials, applied incorrect amounts of resin to pre preg the carbon, distorted the weave, wrong ounce weight weave, wrong tow in carbon, lots of air bubbles, vaccuum bag seal failed etc etc. A huge learning experience. Composites has many rewards and satisfaction once you obtain the know how in basics before moving to complex parts and creation from scratch your own part.

Rogerd · 13 June 2013

synergy004 said:
Since your part did not have catalyst lock, I take it you first used mould release wax and/or PVA release?

Both

Rogerd · 13 June 2013

shawn110975 said:
I want more pics, I have so many ideas I wanna try but never did this before but I know I can do it.

I make a whole NSX chassis thats how crazy i am LOL

Next will be door inserts
Then radio center console

And the ultimate goal is the Targa but not sure about that, I actually was able to pick up one
Really cheap here and after taking it apart seems like more work than I'm ready for at this time but we'll see

cwood1388 · 13 June 2013

synergy004 said:
^^^go big or go home <<< worst advice but do it lol. My first composite part was a rear quarter panel and what a total mess up. I waisted materials, applied incorrect amounts of resin to pre preg the carbon, distorted the weave, wrong ounce weight weave, wrong tow in carbon, lots of air bubbles, vaccuum bag seal failed etc etc. A huge learning experience. Composites has many rewards and satisfaction once you obtain the know how in basics before moving to complex parts and creation from scratch your own part.

This is absolutely true to a t. Its really cool to see more guys working with composites on here!

NSX1145 · 13 June 2013

Rogerd said:
Just needs to be cut and polished.....can't wait for final result

Only flaw I see is too much resin pooling in the corners, try cutting the carbon fiber in the corners next time and back it with a second layer of carbon before you infuse it. It will eliminate the "pooling" and wick up any excess resin. Otherwise, looks good.

Rogerd · 14 June 2013

NSX1145 said:
Only flaw I see is too much resin pooling in the corners, try cutting the carbon fiber in the corners next time and back it with a second layer of carbon before you infuse it. It will eliminate the "pooling" and wick up any excess resin. Otherwise, looks good.

Thanks for info

Rogerd · 15 June 2013

Cut and polished

Rogerd · 15 June 2013

Not bad for my second part

Thanks Synergy004... Unibit makes a huge difference

Rogerd · 15 June 2013

Installing tomorrow

Nefarious · 15 June 2013

Those look great!

Jean Girard · 15 June 2013

That is excellent!

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