My first attempt at fiberglass

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Forum Name: Fiberglass, Fabrication, and Interiors
Forum Discription: Fiberglass Kick Panels, Subwoofer Enclosures, Plexiglas, Fabrics, Materials, Finishes, etc.
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Topic: My first attempt at fiberglass

Posted By: fugit
Subject: My first attempt at fiberglass
Date Posted: June 05, 2004 at 2:11 PM

I'm making these for some tweeters that I'll be putting in my truck as soon as I get done. They're molded off the A-pillar's.

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Originally I wanted to do the door panel/kick pod thing, but it seemed too hard. Little did I know how hard my great idea was going to be. I've been sanding my ass off, so I'll definately try this the way the JL Audio website did it. Anyone know the exact name of the spray that you use to give things a texture similar to OEM plastic? I guess something like an orange peel?

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Posted By: mikedawg
Date Posted: June 05, 2004 at 6:26 PM

its called texture spray. good job for your first try. the hard part is trying to think of a way to mount them

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Posted By: fugit
Date Posted: June 05, 2004 at 8:50 PM

I was planning to using the glass or duramix to adhere them to the pillars, and then duramix to make a nice blend with the other plastic. I also didn't plan on this taking so long so who knows, but I'll be trying that plan first. Hopefully I won't screw up the pillars and have to buy new ones. I also got some glazing putty to fill some of the little holes before I paint.

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"I'm Rick James bi***, enjoy yo' self Ah Ah Ah"
Dave Chappelle as Rick James