Carbon fiber epoxy resins

[redlinealley]

I've been doing some research on the epoxy resins to do some carbon fiber skinning. But there are so many different epoxies out there and with different mix ratios. Has anyone have any luck with an epoxy that would be recommended.

I found...

https://www.fibreglast.com/product/S...y/Epoxy_Resins

Or

Ebay # 111661651548

[s8ilver]

I can ask my guy what he uses, but it's his livelihood so wouldn't be surprised if he didn't reveal his secrets.

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[redlinealley]

I was referred to someone locally and he did a shitty job. He's still trying to fix his screw ups. I may have to try and fix it myself. I expected a professional job and got 3rd rate crap. Let me know if he is willing to tell you. PM if you want

[daveycrocket]

This looks incredible! How much does he charge to do those pieces?

I can ask my guy what he uses, but it's his livelihood so wouldn't be surprised if he didn't reveal his secrets.

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[redlinealley]

I just finished talking with Matt at Ocarbon. His pics above and he will be fixing all my parts. 2 center console pieces, door panels trim, seat backs, subwoofer and amp covers...

[s8ilver]

I just finished talking with Matt at Ocarbon. His pics above and he will be fixing all my parts. 2 center console pieces, door panels trim, seat backs, subwoofer and amp covers...

Pics #3 & #5 are from Matt. I'm glad he can fix your pieces; nothing worse than spending hard earned cash and getting garbage in return. I'm kinda getting the itch to do a few more pieces. I'm thinking door sills and maybe engine covers and seat backs.

Some more eye candy (pics #2 &#3 from Matt):

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[s8ilver]

This looks incredible! How much does he charge to do those pieces?

Prices vary. My M was the 1st he's done. It ran about $1k for my 10 pieces (both console pieces, steering wheel tabs, 3 vent surrounds, radio surround and door "hockey sticks"). It really just depends what you have done and which fabric you choose. He has a LOT of colors and weaves available. It was a few years ago though, so don't quote me. The pieces have held up perfectly, and I don't worry about the AC crack at all anymore.

[Z-Thrizzle]

Similar topic but different application... I'm looking for an epoxy that can be used for sealing custom carbon fiber intake tubes. Any recommendations?

[redlinealley]

The research I found epoxy/hardener 2:1 ratio is what most use. As for a specific brand I dont know what's the best to use.

[daveycrocket]

How do I get in touch with him? I'd like my console, E-brake handle, center stack and hockey sticks done.

Prices vary. My M was the 1st he's done. It ran about $1k for my 9 pieces (both console pieces, steering wheel tabs, 3 vent surrounds and door "hockey sticks"). It really just depends what you have done and which fabric you choose. He has a LOT of colors and weaves available. It was a few years ago though, so don't quote me. The pieces have held up perfectly, and I don't worry about the AC crack at all anymore.

[redlinealley]

Instagram. Ocarbon

Or google Ocarbon. Matt only communicates through email

[daveycrocket]

Thank you. Currently working with Matt.

Instagram. Ocarbon

Or google Ocarbon. Matt only communicates through email

[daveycrocket]

I'm preparing to remove the following parts from my car which I'll send to Matt at oCarbon. The parts are follows: hockey stick on each door panel, shift knob, center stack, console and hand brake.

To remove the center stack and console do I have to remove the console in its entirety?

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[Jakechan]

Yes, I changed my console panels, everything had to come out.

I'm preparing to remove the following parts from my car which I'll send to Matt at oCarbon. The parts are follows: hockey stick on each door panel, shift knob, center stack, console and hand brake.

To remove the center stack and console do I have to remove the console in its entirety?

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[s8ilver]

With regards to the hockey sticks, you could reuse the existing, but I'd just have new ones shipped directly to Matt. You lose the connection to the door panels when you drill them out. New ones come with long posts that can be remelted to the panels. When I did mine, I just bought new beige ones as they were cheaper and you'll never see the OEM color again. Just my $0.02.

If you reuse, you'll have to come up with a fender washer/screw arrangement to reattach. There are over 20 points to attach on each panel. I just used a soldering iron and melted the new posts into place. It took all of 5 minutes per panel to install.

And the console removal isn't all that bad. It's s great time to route any wiring projects you might have been thinking of adding.

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I'm very curious how your e-brake handle comes out. I wanted the same, but couldn't find wood handle at the time to ship.

[daveycrocket]

Great idea! I'll do the same.

I'm excited to get them done but I cannot start to disassemble my car until Monday night so a week delay.

I'll share pics as soon as I get them back.

With regards to the hockey sticks, you could reuse the existing, but I'd just have new ones shipped directly to Matt. You lose the connection to the door panels when you drill them out. New ones come with long posts that can be remelted to the panels. When I did mine, I just bought new beige ones as they were cheaper and you'll never see the OEM color again. Just my $0.02.

If you reuse, you'll have to come up with a fender washer/screw arrangement to reattach. There are over 20 points to attach on each panel. I just used a soldering iron and melted the new posts into place. It took all of 5 minutes per panel to install.

And the console removal isn't all that bad. It's s great time to route any wiring projects you might have been thinking of adding.

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I'm very curious how your e-brake handle comes out. I wanted the same, but couldn't find wood handle at the time to ship.

[redlinealley]

Regarding the hockey sticks. I used my heat gun to take them out. I didnt even look to see if new ones were available for purchase.

[plain325]

I have not done anything remotely cosmetic, but have done some "structural" repairs. I have had good luck with West Systems. Their G-Flex sticks to plastic very well in my opinion, some tabs broke off on my interior parts, I just made new ones with Giles and fiberglass cloth. It has held up very well.