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i was wondering how hard it is to make one of these things. With all the right measurements and a couple of tries i think i could make one that looks decent. Anyone ever tried making their own?
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You don't even need any measurements...all you need is to know how to make a mold and work with fiberglass.
I have a friend who works with carbon fiber and even used that.
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I made these...
you can see the smooth one in this pic...kinda
JP is right, basic fiberglass skills will net decent results...Comment
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This is just IMHO, but for me, painting is harder since I have to use aerosols.....no access to compressorComment
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Here's my friends work...the boat in the middle. He built the entire thing including the carbon fiber mast and CF spinnaker pole.
(I'm on Bandit)
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Re: Rear Seat Cowl
Yep, my son Patrick makes them for the pre's (as well as undertails)Originally posted by GabeC
Not hard to make but a pita to make a (lasting) mold.Comment
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Any write up on the process?Originally posted by teddyI made these...
you can see the smooth one in this pic...kinda
JP is right, basic fiberglass skills will net decent results...
Been thinking of this for winter and reading on different fibreglass sites but there seem to be a huge anount of different glass/resins/gelcoats to choose from.
I was just gonna wrap the seat and bike in clingfilm, use some spray expanding foam to lay a base, cut to shape then fibreglass over that, sound right?Riding 2002 GSX600F for 2 years. UK rider.Comment
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Hey Teddy, you looking to make some money? I wouldn't mind getting my hands on one of those smooth ones.Enduring and Iraqi Freedom Veteran...
This time around...Afghanistan ROUND 2!
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those look pretty nice bro nice job on them.
any way you could write it up for me? ingrediants, costs etc...? i'd be able to tip you as well if they work :P06' Zuki Katana 750
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