Ways to shape fiberglass?

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Topic: Ways to shape fiberglass?

Posted By: JhnBrackett
Subject: Ways to shape fiberglass?
Date Posted: April 29, 2003 at 4:23 PM

I've heard of people using some type of styrofoam to create a mold, then wrapping it with mat, then glassing. Anyone done this, if so where'd you get the styrofoam, and what type is needed? I'm thinking bout doin my own Body Kit but not sure how to do it..

I've used rubber latex and wood frames for my previous glassing jobs. Any help is appreciated.

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Posted By: audiomechanic
Date Posted: April 29, 2003 at 7:14 PM

you can use foam to form it ....i have wear ppl using green floral foam....or you can use a 2 part expanding foam.....make sure it doesnt melt with the resin or you can also get the same stuff in sheets and shape it from there.

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Posted By: ricetech
Date Posted: May 13, 2003 at 8:04 PM

i have heard that it is possible to use chicken wire to creat a mold i personally havent tried it but heard it can come out pretty good

Posted By: audiomechanic
Date Posted: May 18, 2003 at 11:59 AM

the chicken wire does work...you just have to brace it well or it will warp when the material curls.....and it will curl when the resin cures.

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