My Carbon Fiber projects

[Rogerd]

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

 

[Stephen@NCAutoUSA]

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]

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

 

[Stephen@NCAutoUSA]

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]

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

 

[Rogerd]

Mold done

 

[Rogerd]

Infusion begins

 

[Vi3tBoy]

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

 

[Rogerd]

All cured

 

[Rogerd]

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

 

[Nefarious]

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]

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]

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]

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]

^^^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]

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

Both

 

[Rogerd]

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]

^^^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]

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]

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]

Cut and polished

 

[Rogerd]

Not bad for my second part

Thanks Synergy004... Unibit makes a huge difference

 

[Rogerd]

Installing tomorrow

 

[Nefarious]

Those look great!

 

[Jean Girard]

That is excellent!