 Playing around with Carbon Fiber Fabric, Tell me what you think! |
 Jan 21, 2010 - 4:09 PM
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Alright, so Ive had this sample of carbon fiber fabric sitting around for awhile. Have been looking for a less expensive way to get that CF look without that CF price. After a bit of searching I came across this other automotive forum who were using the fabric as its pretty close to the BMW "Carbon Leather".
This shot here------>  Is after I slapped a small amount on the ashtray lid. But I really want that depth and shine, so i just put some urethane on there and am now awaiting results. Once I get that all nice and coated and sanded I'll throw another pic up on here. But just want to get your guys opinion on this. And keep in mind this is really my first time wrapping anything with anything. Thanks! |
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Jan 22, 2010 - 12:36 PM
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not bad for a first try.
At the moment it litereally looks like you've layed a fabric over and folded the edges in. When carbon wrapping, the fabric is stretched over curves and edges which is quite hard to do if you dont know how to prep carbon or have the correct tools for it. next try it on something which isnt so flat. |
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Spider77 Playing around with Carbon Fiber Fabric Jan 21, 2010 - 4:09 PM
Bigblock From this pic, it looks like you've done this ... Jan 21, 2010 - 6:52 PM Spider77 Thanks! The final coat of poly is on. So now... Jan 21, 2010 - 7:37 PM soulshadow Looks good, but that top right corner is looking k... Jan 21, 2010 - 11:08 PM Spider77 Yeah, it is kind of pointy...first time really. I... Jan 22, 2010 - 9:38 AM Spider77 Alright, so after an extensive search of local pla... Jan 22, 2010 - 2:10 PM SwissFerdi I like it, who cares if it's a simple process.... Jan 22, 2010 - 2:23 PM Spider77 55" X 36" Jan 22, 2010 - 3:11 PM Bigblock Are you going to use some other part(s) as molds? ... Jan 22, 2010 - 4:17 PM Spider77 Nah, pretty much wrap. Dont really have the time ... Jan 22, 2010 - 4:19 PM Spider77 Ok, so its cured! Snapped a few pics before i... Jan 22, 2010 - 5:12 PM yellowchinaman I like the dry look too but it's not ideal for... Jan 23, 2010 - 2:35 AM Spider77 Um, what is pen weather conditions? Jan 23, 2010 - 9:34 AM SwissFerdi I'm going to guess the elements...having the w... Jan 23, 2010 - 2:48 PM Spider77 Maybe, but I dont leave my windows down, unless it... Jan 23, 2010 - 7:14 PM HectortheRican Niiiice job man, I must say. I'm not too much ... Jan 24, 2010 - 2:21 AM
Spider77 Ok ,so I drove around with this in the car today a... Jan 25, 2010 - 3:13 PM |
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