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Some guidelines for shaping/cutting carbon fibre items

 Some guidelines for shaping/cutting carbon fibre items

  GENERAL TIPS

  		• When shaping carbon always wear a mask, carbon dust is not to be inhaled!
  		• Be careful when handling carbon-fibre round the edges due to the small splinters.
  		• Masking tape the carbon-fibre before cutting, firstly to ensure it doesn't get scratched when being handled, secondly so you have a clear surface to mark out your desired shape.
  		• For cutting long sections, place a jigsaw upside down in a vice then slowly and carefully feed the carbon through.
  		• The usual tools to use are jigsaw, drill (standard metal drill bits/holecutters), Dremmel, file and hacksaw.

      

      DASHBOARD BLANK TIPS

  		• If replacing an existing dash with a blank, use the orginal to mark out template.
  		• When cutting holes for switches and dials, always cut from the front of the dash through to the back - pre-preg carbon can be prone to splintering so ensure this happens on the unseen face.
  		• The usual methods of affixing the dashboard to the scuttle are either rivnuts or pop rivets.

      

      BOOT COVER TIPS

  		• This can be made in one or two pieces, it is recommended to use Dzus clips for fastening to allow quick access to the boot area when required.

      

      BACK PANEL AND TUNNEL TIPS

  		• The back panels and tunnels are cut oversized, this is so you can allign the weave giving a seamless transition between the two panels. Move the panel to the left/right until the weaves align, mark the panel accordingly and then trim.
  		• Affix the back panel in the same manner as the chassis panelling.
  		• It is usual to affix the tunnel by tapped screws to allow access to the prop/gearbox should it be required.

      

      CYCLE WING TIPS

  		• The usual method of affixing is either Sikaflex bonding or nut/bolts, or, a combination of the two.
  		• If drilling holes in the wings, remember to drill from the outside face.

      

      PANELLING TIPS

  		• The usual method of affixing panelling is Sikaflix and rivets. We recommend using black pop rivets to be less visually obtrusive.
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