Make a fiberglass fan shroud
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A body part would need a couple layers of 2oz mat, a layer of 1.5oz plain weave cloth and possibly a third layer of mat, depending on size. Again reinforce edges as required with a strip of mat. | A body part would need a couple layers of 2oz mat, a layer of 1.5oz plain weave cloth and possibly a third layer of mat, depending on size. Again reinforce edges as required with a strip of mat. | ||
| − | I made a shell for the headliner of my '53 Chevy pickup and used only 2 layers of mat (about 3/32" thick) for light weight and flexibility. It is more than strong enough. See it here [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/journal.php?action=view&journalid=2439&page=25&perpage=5&reverse=] | + | I made a shell for the headliner of my '53 Chevy pickup and used only 2 layers of mat (about 3/32" thick) for light weight and flexibility. It is more than strong enough. See it here [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/journal.php?action=view&journalid=2439&page=25&perpage=5&reverse=]. This is also an example of a part made from a female mold, but without the gel coat since it is coverd with upholstry and doesn't need a paitable finish. |
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