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carbon fiber experts?? |
r_towle |
Jan 26 2006, 05:00 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,591 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
So,
Carbon fiber is 6 times stronger than steel. here are my thoughts. take off the outer rocker. Fix the rust with new steel. sandblast the area Lay on a layer of CF directly to the inner long front to back, wrap in to the bottom and top horizontal layers. when using CF and bonding it to steel, I have read that you would use an epoxy resin to bond it directly to the steel, so it would be the same as putting por 15 on steel (por 15 is an epoxy layer) So, thoughts? plus, minus? Rich |
TimT |
Jan 26 2006, 07:35 PM
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retired Group: Members Posts: 4,033 Joined: 18-February 03 From: Wantagh, NY Member No.: 313 |
I think its a bad idea to try and reinforce the long with CF.
First to get a get a proper bond between the CF and steel substrate you need to finish the substrate (steel) with an anchor profile which will provide enough "tooth" for a good mechanical bond between the resin and the steel. Second the CF strands have to be oriented properly (as mentioned earlier in the thread). I have a feeling the longs on these cars move in three planes. Third, even if you prepare the substrate with a proper anchor profile..You will have holidays in the resin.. ie corrosion paths right to the raw steel.. best bet to reinforce is thoughtful application of extra sheet metal rosette welded to the tub ..or a roll cage.. |
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