DIY Carbon Fiber Fenders (Ep. 53)
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- Опубликовано: 7 окт 2019
- If you've ever wondered how to make your own carbon fiber parts - that's the subject of this video. We make a set of fenders for the Volvo Amazon project. I don't spare the details. All products used in the video are listed below.
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Composite Envisions
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Carbon Fiber 5 Harness Satin F-2212
Hexcel HiMax Carbon Fiber Biaxial +- 45°
Commercial Grade Carbon Fiber 2 X 2 Twill 3K 2" Tape
Pro-Set INF-114 Infusion Epoxy with INF-212 Slow Hardener
Freekote 700-NC - Release agent
Freekote FMS - Mold sealer
Mycell PVC Foam Core (6.5 mm)
Airtech Stretchlon 800 bagging film
Airtech AT200Y Tacky Tape
Composite Envisions Green Resin Flow Medium
EnkaFusion CX-1000 Flow medium spacer
Airtech Bleeder Lease B Coated Peel Ply.
Duratec Grey VE Primer
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I work for Composite Envisions, and It’s really cool to see what people do with the products they get from us. We don’t see it very often so thanks for sharing!
Couldn't have done it without a lot of help from your company and friends over on DIY Carbon Fiber on Facebook. Community support is essential to making this dream come to life.
Love that website
Composite Envisions?!! Heck you're right in my back yard! Matter-of-fact, some of your material already has been used in, and more will be finding its way into an airplane being built over at the Wausau Airport in the Learn Build Fly hangar.
I'm near Steven's Point and just became an EAA member, thanks for mentioning the Learn build fly program. I didn't know of it, but I'll be sure to see what it's all about. Hopefully this corona stuff blows over soon.
You guys rock!
I can totally appreciate your excitement and enthusiasm when those babies popped out of the mold and looked as good as they did. Men can't give birth, but this has to be close... Congratulations!
I was almost in tears when the first one came out. Not even kidding.
Too funny.
I was going to subscribe to this channel, but I hate throttle stops. It's like rain on a parade.
I’m an American but is it weird to notice how happy this guy is. At his age everyone is pissed off. Good for you and the video was awesome.
I work with those people...I try to do my best to be a positive person.
I once wanted a carbon fibre factory, I believed its the new black gold of modern age.
This channel is criminally underserved on youtube. Please keep up the good work, you're amazing!
Why thank you. I guess the work is finally getting some YT attention. I used to worry about the views...then that has just stopped mattering. I'm trying to learn how to make watchable content and better videos.
@@ThrottleStopGarage Your video quality is just fine, perhaps the audio could be improved a tiny bit. The way you present your content is on point and yet entertaining with some genuine goofiness that keeps you real instead of turning you into the usual "tv host". Your channel is a true gem.
Perhaps it's the marketing\promotional side of things that doesn't work? I wouldn't know how to help with that, as you can see with my own channel I suck pretty hard at it!
Rock it if ya got it! It's a part of being committed and your research impelled by your desire and discipline. That's why some do better. Commitment.
September in Canada. Raised in South Florida, Fort Lauderdale, and 60 years later living in Tallahassee with its rather mild winter. 70F inside in the winter is NOT the same as 70F outside in the summer. "Jack, why is it 78F inside your house?"
The mold making was fascinating and answered a lot of questions I have BEFORE trying it myself.
Great videos. Look forward to watching more.
Thanks Jack - I worked it out after your comment...I keep my shop in the winter around 48F. Crazy - but I find this a very comfortable temperature. If you have questions just ask!
Congratulations ! I imagine this is not cheap. I went to plastics & auto body school in high school, I should've paid more attention . I'm building a 70 dart swinger with a stroked big block & would love to save big money by losing lots of weight.
Hey, that is really cool, you just did it in your garage. I am a Innovative textile student and we always did it only in laboratory. Thank you so much to share your knowledge.
You're welcome Yash. Keep innovating.
Excellent video, I was a fibreglasser in the 90s where I got my trade we made race/rallycar seats , which were and still are the best made in Australia.. the only comment is when pulling the part out is to stand it upright and twist left to right a few times to crack the part free, but hey, the end product does satisfy after all the hard work.. Seeing a non bubbled carbon fender, bonnet, race seat is what it's all about 👍👍
Thanks for the tip. What I've gained is a great deal of respect for people that do this craft. It looks so easy - but boy - it's not. There is a lot of skill involved in making it look easy!
Hi there just for clarification, do you mean like how you would free up ice cubes in an ice tray? Just twist the thing a little?
@@IvelLeCog exactly 👍. On long molds I stand on the end and flex the other end left to right, but not much as it can damage gelcoat in the mold after a period of time.
Also fitting a tyre valve in the mold is another way to help crack the part loose
Love that this is for an Amazon. Came across this doing research for my 740 wagon
Thanks - it is my favourite Volvo.
You were very smart to seek advice from those who do this daily, thus saving yourself money, time and probably some heartache. When I was doing similar work, I did the same thing. The only stupid question is the one you don't ask when you should.
Such a timely find - I want to do my own fenders, hood and trunk for my Grand Marquis, maybe even replace the metal door skins with composites. Hmmmmm...
What all's in this playlist? Damn, looks like I hit the motherlode!! Thank you, good sir!
You're welcome. I hope the videos are useful.
In the event you ever go with another huge part and aren't quite first time lucky, experimenting with fiberglass is far cheaper before you step into CF. Despite most people's understanding of CF, the upper tier of woven fiberglass is actually stronger than the equivalent CF, just not as stiff. That's really where CF shines is stiffness. One can also use alternating layers of FG and CF so long as both fabrics use the same epoxy variants. Just remember that these things aren't getting their strength from too much epoxy. It's definitely a fine art of applying just enough for strength vs weight, and CF definitely prefers precise ratios for a given fabric weight.
when you said spend hours looking for leeks made me laugh out loud, been there done that. The more time you spend on the pleats and the seal tape the more time you save on the leeks. love the video
Thanks! Those who know the pain...
Easy composites has a really good tutorial to make the mold and part it's been up for 7 years lol
If you followed the channel you'd know he knows nothing about carbon. Easy composites is tailored to pros
Congrats on your progress man. Great video.
I have a 1954 Chevy 2 door I'm planning on completely recreating in Carbon. Refreshing to see someone else doing something cool with a classic.
Meticulous perfection. Obviously your one of the few that can take a computer ,research a project and complete it .
Thanks Mark.
There are secrets we keep to ourself just like how Lamborghini patents techniques. We dont want others copying us. We paid tens of thousands of dollars to learn techniques and methods that work best. If someone wants to pay a consulting fee.... that helps me recuperate tons of money I spent learning what works.
Love the dedication that Jake and the staff, at Composite Envisions, have towards their customers. I being one of them have soaked up time from Jake while he patiently answered my beginner questions without judgement. HUGE props to them and you for promoting them.
That was great to watch. Thanks for sharing
Glad you enjoyed it
An absolute master of shade tree carbon fiber build is Mike Patey, the creator of the wilga "DRACO" plane.
He's just lovin to tell you how and do it right.
Hellava nice guy.
Looks like your not doing to bad 😀
ThankYou for taking the trouble to share the fun. You’re doing a great job.
Thanks! It's a great help to me to have people watching.
Street bandito are building a carbon 240z and he has some very good info. I really enjoy your content and I hope you keep making videos for ever
For sure you've got yourself a subscriber! One of the greatest contents that I've found on carbon fiber!
Cheers from São Paulo!
Great job informative and entertaining I usually skip through this type of content to find the best parts but watched your video from start to finish
I worked on motorcycle carbon exhaust cover, its very challenging. But after seeing this, its not even close. This is big part to be complete. Wow...learned a lot.Thanks. Great project... Subb
Thanks so much. It's great to hear from others that have done this work.
Your excitement is catching. Instant sub from a messy garage owner
You did seriously good considering your experience to take on a part like that. Nothing better than seeing the work when it breaks out perfect. Keep it up
Thanks Dan...I should have started with a simpler part. I'm glad it turned out.
Amazing work! Your research and methodical approach has paid dividends, as well as your tenacity to see it through; food for thought about what it takes to make a flawless quality part... Something I'm not ready for yet!
Great job. Good video. One thing I started doing is an envelope bag. Composite envisions has a bag that is basically a tube and you just slide your whole mold in the bag and seal up the ends. Way less chance for leaks and frustration dealing with all the ears you have to use. Just make sure the back side of the mold is smooth or padded. Been wanting to do some parts for my 67 GMC and watching your videos made me more excited about it.
Excellent - when I bought the materials, I didn't know about envelope bags. They would be real time savers and ensure that you get a leak free seal every time.
awesome!!
wow for 2 weeks and part molds for life, that's what i'm talking about.
Beautiful pieces wow. Great job 👍
I like how simply you do your things .
Basic home . You could be a neighbor
Your videos have made me realize I can make my dream build a reality. Thank you for what you do
Finally!! Someone giving great info on diy carbon fiber!!!
Very cool, thank you very much for the information! I am thinking of doing similar stuff to my classic car. The primer is really something new to me. I figured I'd have to do that with paint later.
Beautiful job. They look superb.
@ Lockheed we used 8 axis of frozen layers and plenty of resin with diapers before going into the vacuum heat chamber. pull the vacuum slower and roller the crap out of ut to remove all the bubbles. pull a vacuum lock the ball valve and set a timer for 10 minutes, it should not drop when locked. oB
this video was amazing. thank you so much. i want to try making a hood scoop for my 1970 mustang.
That looks so nice! Learnt tons from this video, thanks for being so thorough!
Beautiful fenders
Glad you like them!
Finally I have found a right place to learn all about fibreglass n carbon fiber Waiting for more updates.
Cool!
Nicest looking Volvo of all times.
Cheers from Sweden.
Subscribed!
do you know how lucky you are. the odds of you getting VRI correctly from the first try is near impossible. great work man
Honestly - I had no clue. Now that I'm starting to learn more, I'm equally shocked any of this worked.
Great job! Time well spent!
Soo much learning, cant wait to do the same with my Minitruck build
This is so impressive! What an accomplishment!
Thanks
Wow. That was a lot of work. Subscribed.
For additional info I highly recommend looking into the composite texts within the aerospace engineering textbooks.
amazing work. really something to be proud of
I am about to start a project that may take a few years,but if all goes well,I may be taking it to sema!
What a fantastic video!! Thank you for sharing this journey 🙏 Jason
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great job! I was smiling right along with you!!!
And the fender in your left hand already has a passenger @ 29:50! A true testament to its usability! LOL!
Jorden Epps I was looking for this comment lol glad I’m not the only one to notice 😂
Great Job!!. One thing that I've changed in my process is that I've stopped using the blue paper shop towels except for cleanup. Solvents in many products will leach a residue out of the paper towels and leave the residue behind on your surface. You can see what I'm talking about if you put some alcohol on a blue towel and then rub it on a shiny aluminum surface (try removing some black permanent marker from the aluminum). You will see a whitish residue on the aluminum once the alcohol has evaporated from the surface. I've switched to using the boxed cotton "shop rags". They are just cut up white T-shirts and such. Keep up the good work.
Interesting - I'll look into that for sure.
Very awesome! I can't think of any project I might use this process for, but I enjoyed your humble commentary and your concise instructions. I mean really, really enjoyed it!
I will be watching the rest of this series-- and anything else you might film! Than you!
Thanks - much appreciated.
Very good. Thank you for the video. I do wet layups. Not quite brave enough to try infusion.
I love how happy you were pulling the first fender out, that was awesome
I remember it well! So much work to get to that point.
I must say, great video!! I'm planning on making a hood. If that all goes well I'll make the fenders, bumpers, and quarter panels down the road. Absolutely priceless. Thank you for your time. Subscribed!
Thanks Joseph. Good luck with your project!
Impressed. TOTALLY understand your excitement. I probably wouldn't sleep for a few days.
Amazing work and great video. well done!
Nice job, normaly on those last parts of the infusion (Corners )I use one hair dryer to eat litle bit the resin and it flows nicely, I use Epoxi, when heated it flows very good. nice
really cool to see the whole process good for you
Beautiful job! That was really cool!
i have done a few moulds, and i know the effort that goes into making a part, your results are excellent, top job
Thanks Peter. Nice to hear from those that have done!
That fender looks awesome 👍
Thanks - much appreciated.
Great video! I've done the same for fenders on a rally car but a little different, i used 2 layers of carbon/kevlar hybrid and 1 layer of woven fiberglass reinforcement (200gsm from memory) and a wet lay up. The supplier of the material told me not to use all carbon/kevlar layers as its a waste of material and money with no real strength gain. The idea of spraying the mould with primer is brillant, this would allow you to repair any problems without sand through to the material. Awesome work.
Thanks Tony.
WOW! Impressive work and absolutely enjoyable and educational. Thanks!
Thanks for watching.
Do something cool every day! Lots of information in this video. Worth the wait.
Thanks Paul - it's been a long time coming.
SO COOOOOOL!!!!!! Thank you for your confidence and follow-through!!
Thanks - not much confidence...just determination.
Cool stuff.. ! One day I will attempt this whole process! Thanks for sharing.
Have fun Tony.
Top notch very impressed subbed and looking forward to stealing some tips 👍💪
nice job, I am building my custom e36, and your video are giving me much, keep on doing the nice job. tumb up from the dominican republic
Thanks and I'm glad the videos were useful.
You are writing the book right now.
Awesome video I am definitely going to try and tackle fenders on my car now. Thanks for the content.
Great! Good luck Kyle.
Really nice work!!!
Just want to say thanks of the great information. That's a fantastic video and amazing result. Well done great channel
Thanks Kevin. Just trying to help out the other DIYers out there.
Best how-to video on RUclips?? You have my vote!
Thanks! I'm thinking of doing a few shorter how-to's in the future.
Good job dude! Your vid was the first I've ever looked up regarding carbon fiber. Love how you sped things up to save viewing time! Great job making it quick, yet very informing. Too bad more other guys/videos, aren't done like that!! Again......., GREAT JOB!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video man keep it up. Saw your post on Facebook
23:30 wow! Nice job!
Nice Work! If yo run into tear out or cracking around bolt flanges or sharp corners, add a layer of 4 Harness Satin, 5 ounce Kevlar in the area somewhere in the middle of the lay-up. Doing a whole layer of Kevlar under the foam will help with print through of the foam, and make for an astonishingly tough piece. If you go the Kevlar route, do yourself a favor and buy a pair of Kevlar specific shears, keep them clean and don't use them for ANYTHING else. I've had really good luck doing rowing shell (racing row boat) repairs with it. I must admit that while I use vacuum when practical, I haven't tried infusion with Kevlar. Keep the videos coming!
Nicely done sir! I have been doing advanced composite on aircraft for over 20 years
Thanks Robert - much appreciated.
Professional work is more than wonderful
Thanks.
Great video!!! Great explanations!!! Keep up the great work!!
I can't wait to do my whole PT Cruiser.
Love the videos! A great inspiration for when I start making some needed CF parts for my 66 Datsun Roadster!
That is awesome! Have fun!
Just subscribed! You're my new hero! Thanks for the all details!!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Just what I've been looking for. Very awesome video and nice work!
Great! Glad it was helpful.
Ive never seen the need to comment, but i had to say great video!!! Your opening statements were right out of own mouth.
Thanks Mike.
Simply amazing! Appreciated all of the information shared.
Glad it was helpful!
Great work...love it. Thank you for the information and demonstration.
Glad it was helpful!
Holy crap, Sir! Watching this video was AWESOME!!! I am very proud of the work that you have shared with us, in this video! Very good work and research. The fact that you shared this with anyone who would like to see it, is cray! The amount of time and effort that you have put into making this video is the MOST that anyone has shared with me on RUclips! I know what you had to go through, in order to make this happen, and I truly appreciate this! This is so great. All of the details that I needed to know? RIGHT HERE! Thank you, so much! I can't believe that I had to wait for a Canadian to show me this, but whatevs. Right? Man! Those fenders turned-out perfect, from what I could tell. 5 pounds?! What a savings in weight! This is unbelievable! That laughter that you let out, when you released that first fender from the mold... I totally get that. You had so much riding on that, and it came out so perfectly, that you probably couldn't believe it! That's what that laugh was about... A good news surprised feeling, knowing that all is well, and that it was YOU that did it. I did the same thing after I programmed my first part on a CNC machine, and held the final product. I was like "Damn, all of that worry, and it was this easy". Anyway, thank you so much, Sir! I will keep this as my reference video.
Thanks for the kind words. I'm not concerned with those few that commented about my laughing. I left that in for folks like you and me that have DONE this and felt the relief and joy. 5/6 lbs is the final weight. So pleased with it. At last count, 180 segments of video filmed over 2 weeks - a lot of work.
This is awesome!! I am going to try making my own carbon fiber. Thank you so much!
Have fun!
WOW, Nice work
Hi there, thanks for sharing!
Awesome vid 👍👏👌 thank you for sharing!!!💪👍
Thanks Daniel.
really good work, basically professional level!
Very cool lesson.
Ok, I was watching mainly because I was trying to kill some time before leaving work....and the results BLEW MY MIND! Good job dude! That's some amazing stuff :).
Glad to help kill a little time and blow a few minds.
Great work,good video something you might want to try is lantor soric C.E.. sells it you might replace some of the carbon, and replace the flow medium and have more area cored.