How to Hand Lay Real Carbon Fiber Wrapping / Skinning Tutorial

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In this video I show you how to hand lay real carbon fiber and wrap / skin anything in carbon fiber! I demonstrate by covering a 3D printed part in carbon fiber for an upcoming custom headlight project for my Corvette.
For this project, I used System Three epoxy resin and 2x2 twill weave carbon fiber to get that awesome look. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you):
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Watch as I take you through the wrapping process step by step, from prep work to polishing your carbon fiber piece.
If you have any questions, be sure to ask in the comment section. I try to respond to everyone.
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@stupidassol 7 жыл бұрын

really appreciate the time and effort making the video! this is the way "how to" or diy videos should be made. informative, not repetitive, still gives the viewer their option of how they want their application to be, and effective. thanks again! Cheers!

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Gary! I appreciate it, and thanks for watching!

@rebel450ca 7 ай бұрын

The instructional quality of this video may be one of the best I have ever seen. I stumbled upon this after looking for some more videos about carbon fiber vinyl wrap and this makes real CF look doable if I just have the time and patience and this video.

@EmbraceMaking 7 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks! Glad you enjoyed it, give it a try!

@MBZS500 5 жыл бұрын

Omg so much work. I have a new appreciation for carbon fiber parts.

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, probably why some cost so much!

@firstnamelastnameisallowed7943 4 жыл бұрын

One thing I wanted to point out is when you went to apply the second coat of resin you said to make sure that it's tacky still and not set up all the way. Then you did the unthinkable!!! You touched the part. LoL, I painted cars for a very long time and people would walk in the booth and say wow that looks wet then stick their finger in it always right in the middle of a panel too! It looks wet because it is wet! Always touch the tape area were resin got brushed onto or any drips that came off it just to make sure its not still wet due to mixing wrong or your clock is wrong and its only been 20 minutes not 3 hours or bad resin sometimes. Anything can happen, just use caution when you touch the part because you can damage the weave then your screwd pretty much. Everything else was really rad to see take shape and i dig the video for sure! Thanks for sharing it with us!

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Good suggestion! Next time I could even deliberately get some resin on the tape to do as you suggest.

@firstnamelastnameisallowed7943 4 жыл бұрын

Im not trying to say do this or do that at all so dont take it wrong. Simply making suggestions that could assist you if you do another project like this. At the end when you polished it with the power ball, obviously that is one way that works. Another that is very good just to have for small parts like this or scratches in the actual car is those headlight repair kits. The one that has the sand paper and compound and the foam and wool pads that can be changed out on your drill. Its just like having a full size professional buffer but in a 3 inch version of one. Works killer for things like this and they are pretty cheap. I have done paint and auto body and custom work for 25 years now and just wanted to give a tip is all!

@krotchlickmeugh627 3 жыл бұрын

@@firstnamelastnameisallowed7943 yep i just ruined a paintjob on my airplane that took me a week to make perfect. Lol didn't wait for the 3rd clear coat to dry because I thought I used enough activator. Fucking fat fingerprint right on the hull. Deep as shit too. I wet sanded but it got all the way through every layer of clear evenndown to the gel coat. Fucking pissed. Funny because I have been painting for a long time and never made a mistake like that.

@Popsm0ke 3 жыл бұрын

I was looking into how to lay carbon fiber fabric and this video is well made you deserve a sub.... So there you go

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you found the video useful :)

@GrantOakes 2 жыл бұрын

With epoxy resin you can eliminate the packing tape step covering the part as it will not eat the 3D printed part. If the part was any type of polystyrene based material then polyester resin would eat it. Just FYI for you and your viewers. Another thing you can do it use a hair dryer to apply a bit of heat, not too much, to your final coat of resin. This will lower the viscosity and make it flow for a better finish and help to reduce the number of times you have to repeat this step. Great video and workmanship!

@EmbraceMaking 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and that bit of information!

@1SmokedTurkey1 8 ай бұрын

Any tips for applying multiple layers of CF cloth? Add another layer once the first one is tacky and so on?

@GrantOakes 8 ай бұрын

@@1SmokedTurkey1 As long as the total laminate is no more than 1/8th inch (3mm) you can lay it up all together, one layer at a time so as to get proper wet out between layers. I wouldn't wait until each layer is tack free since the curing process is well started and it will lead to a weaker laminate.

@1SmokedTurkey1 8 ай бұрын

@@GrantOakes Thanks for the reply! I meant to wait until the layer is just tacky enough so that when applying the next layer of CF cloth it has something to stick to (like the function of the spray adhesive at the beginning of the video) or would that still weaken the part?

@GrantOakes 8 ай бұрын

@@1SmokedTurkey1 I understood your thought process, but there's no need to wait. Just try to keep the entire layup under 1/8th inch, otherwise you might build up too much exothermic heat and have outgassing between the layers.

@seankemp5315 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial

@CCR_EXOTICS 6 жыл бұрын

After 800 wet instead off polishing clear all parts with automotive clear coat you will have better uv resistance and gloss no polishing needed you can also lightly sand again next day or 8 hours later and re clear the results will be speechless 😉👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@player_one655 5 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking hi.. I'm currently working on carbon fiber skinning project. I would like to ask for suggestion what is the best adhesive or base coat for laying down carbon fiber cloth on surface material ABS, PU, & plastic. Thanks

@KnightDriveTV 5 жыл бұрын

I use the automotive clear as well...final finish FAR better than that polished surface, and like stated...UV resistant. Carbon will take on a yellowish hue unless you add some real UV resistance. You can definitely wet sand to like 1000 grit region and clear will fill in all the scratches and it'll shine like nobodies bitness.

@actfitwil 5 жыл бұрын

is it possible to use this technique on abs plastic? will the resin melt the plastic?

@JackRR15 4 жыл бұрын

But isn't the resin basically clear coat enough?

@Casloveskim 6 жыл бұрын

best video ! thnx mate

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@bquattrog 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Fonz19 5 жыл бұрын

good stuff man

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Alfonso!

@tesstickle7267 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely worth putting on some 2k clear! Protection and it looks soo much better.

@EmbraceMaking 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is worth doing. I haven't had any issues but my car gets parked in the garage mostly so

@RaviShankar8152 5 жыл бұрын

very useful...thanks bro

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@REAL4wd 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@lucasadriaanse7253 4 жыл бұрын

You forgot one important thing: epoxy resin deteriorate in UV, sunlight. You should have buffed upto 1200 grid and then sprayed a polyurethane paint. Now you did a lot of work in vane as the product will dull in approx. 2 years outside and even slowly start to turn yellow-ish and soft. I have built a lot of carbon items for sailing yachts and always have had to apply uv filtering coats to them. Even to for instance carbon grab handles placed either side of the 'stairs' at the entrance to go down below. Not in sunlight all the time, as opposed to your light panels for your car. Another piece of advice is to always degrease your product between cured layers before you start sanding. You will sand greasy fingerprints and even a kind of greasy film that forms on top of a cured layer of many brands of epoxy after it has set or cured after some time. If you don't you will sand the grease right down into the product's skin. With a bigger chance of de-lamination. All the best, keep on fabricating nice stuff ! Lucas

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips Lucas! If I remember correctly, the resin I used says it is non yellowing UV resistant. Wouldn't hurt to have an extra layer of protection though. It's been a few years since I did this and honestly they look as good as new. I don't park the car outside so that may also help!

@bensonfilmworks7595 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a very fine job of editing. Very helpful.

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ricktrent4 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@moobeys 7 жыл бұрын

looks good man, such a long process but very rewarding, i like to watch these videos to look for alternate methods that might benefit me, only thing i do differently is spray the part black so you cant see anything between the weaves, also instead of doing multiple rounds of sanding then laying epoxy, just lay a few coats to save time and sanding, added bonus is the chemical bond is stronger than a mechanical bond

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Painting it black would have been a good idea. Thanks for the tip and thanks so much for watching!

@PaulQuito21 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any links on the hardware and consumable used? Great video thanks!

@princetonaudio Жыл бұрын

Thank You!

@EmbraceMaking Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@BruceMcKeever 4 жыл бұрын

This video is AMAZING and very well done! Exactly what I wanted to learn thank you!

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Hopefully you left a like to help me out! Thanks!

@BruceMcKeever 3 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking I don't hit like on any videos cause KZfaq creates a folder of videos I hit like on in my playlist and I don't like that, nothing personal but yes great video keep it up!

@motomirk7002 4 жыл бұрын

COOL!!

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@hhattingh 3 жыл бұрын

This is great! How would one handle deep indentations such as for holding sockets or other hand tools? (Without creating folds)

@FTsingos 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the awesome tutorial. I BELIEVE I will be able to tackle a project I have. I have a flimsy plastic plenum from a supercharger kit. The plenum "balloons" under boost. If I wrap it in 2x2 twill, will it make it more rigid?

@reynaldguibone4859 5 жыл бұрын

Hello Sir. Thanks for sharing this video. May I know the materials, tools and equipment you use in this video? Although you said it in the beginning but I want to know the brand of it because I am going to search for it in the internet to see the specs of it. Because their are things that we call it differently. Sometimes we use different term. Thanks.

@seankemp5315 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks in advance

@vicentecantu8181 7 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for a vacuum and a bag lol nice method tho, I've seen your other videos and I'm definitely subscribing. Gonna make some of these in the future. Good job, sir!

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Vicente! Glad you enjoy my videos!

@KennyLauderdale 4 жыл бұрын

where did you get that carbon fiber? I wanna use it on my front splitter and air dam on 2018 TA 392 Challenger

@TheSocialPraxis 4 жыл бұрын

Great video man. You explained things pretty well for almost anyone to follow. I have a car stereo bezel that I would love to wrap in CF but I'm hesitant because of the holes. For example the HVAC, power button, stereo and the cigarette lighter. I'm assuming I would have to pre-cut those out into the fiber before I lay it down with resin?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! Yes, I would cut the holes and use some adhesive to try and wrap the cloth to the back of the bezel and hold it in place while you set it with resin.

@TheSocialPraxis 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking awesome, thanks for taking the time to respond 🙏. I'm actually continuing to binge on that Datsun build right now ✌️😂

@cymarmotovlog64 3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice

@carbonxc6365 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice video. They solely appear to be sold-out in light/medium amber color?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

For what product?

@JOEGGGJOE 7 жыл бұрын

still wavy and not that glossy. im amazed the finish on the 3d part. all that technology and such a ruff finish.

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

The flat spot on the front that I focused on is very flat and glossy. The other areas that are covered by other components that I did not put any work into, remain wavy. This method is a very time consuming process but the advantage is that it does not require any investment into equipment. No vacuum pumps/bags/etc, or autoclave.

@Stellarffxi 7 жыл бұрын

I always had issues using spray adhesive.. when I'd apply the epoxy to the carbon fiber, the carbon fiber would often lose its bond with the piece I'm skinning. the best method I've found that works around this, and also possibly more thoroughly saturates your cloth, is to brush a light layer of epoxy on the part and set it under a heat lamp for about an hour (depending on dry time of your epoxy). The epoxy at this point would be tacky but not completely dry and the carbon fiber cloth will stick similarly to spray adhesive, but additional epoxy will not cause the cloth to come loose from the part...

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Cory, thanks for watching! That is definitely an option and the method I used a few years ago when making a carbon fiber spoiler. I tried the spray adhesive this time because it was quicker and didn't have to wait for the resin to get tacky. However, your method will work great too!

@Stellarffxi 7 жыл бұрын

Oh.. and one other thing I like to do is use an automotive clearcoat as a final coat after the epoxy dries because it tends to look really glossy and blocks UV rays to prevent any yellowing. Your part looks good tho =]

@4theloveoflife 6 жыл бұрын

if I'm just doing overlays like this I will spray a mist of gel coat over it instead of using spray adhesive. When the gel coat tacks I add the carbon and let it semi dry into the carbon. Hold down pretty dang good!

@Preforms 6 жыл бұрын

So this is real carbon fiber that'll need like a clear coat to prevent it from yellowing? I'm just trying to ask cause someone is selling some carbon pieces that he says he skinned. Just trying to make sure. Thanks!

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Some resins have UV protective properties... others don't. If the resin isn't UV resistant, it would be a good idea to spray with a UV protective clear coat to prevent yellowing :)

@michaelmeisman4731 5 жыл бұрын

Very good work and a inexpensive way to get great results. That really looks like it would fin into a older Fiero also. Are you willing to share the CAD file?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, I'll see if I can find the CAD file and post it up on grabCAD or something

@michaelmeisman4731 5 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing Do you make the headlight conversion for the Fiero with the vacuum formed clear acrylic covers.

@connorhill1711 6 жыл бұрын

if I am going to be doing this process to a certain section on a fiberglass bumper that will eventually be prepped and painted (those parts taped off until clear coat) at by a shop, should I be stopping before the polishing step? Thanks

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Conor, I'm not much of a paint guy but I would imagine it won't need to be polished. Primer won't be able to fill a really rough surface so it has to be reasonably smooth. The primer and paint and clear coat will likely not get the polish work done. Best thing to do is ask your paint guy what he expects when you deliver the car!

@seankrupp6627 4 жыл бұрын

Question about the hole in your part. Do you cut this out before applying resin, or poke a hole through after? Do you find this is easier than drilling after the fact?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

I did poke a hole through first... made it easier to locate after and then drill a nice clean hole

@seankemp5315 4 жыл бұрын

Also is there a way to make the carbon fiber look matte? I want a dry carbon look instead of the usual glossy look. Was thinking a matte top coat but if you know a better way....

@seankemp5315 4 жыл бұрын

So best way to remove bubbles from resin top coat and such would be heating it prior to use fondue style? Cup in pot with hot water in pot. You think that's the way to go? Doing skinning on interior panels for my car

@harrispribadi6969 4 жыл бұрын

I use spray adhesive 3M super 77 too like your way. But why when i put first layer of resin. The carbon will goes up. Especially tthe edge.

@krotchlickmeugh627 3 жыл бұрын

Because you're using too much resin or to thin of a carbon sheet

@ofrimashiah2 5 жыл бұрын

Hi mate would you be down to make a bangle bracelet about 1-1.5 cm or half an inch for me? Also if yes can you give me an estimate for the charge? Thank you

@NicholasWood1 5 жыл бұрын

Do you have pictures or a video installing this part you fab/skinned?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Yes! Check out my Corvette headlight videos on my channel. You will see the whole process :) Thanks for watching!

@RX50cent 7 жыл бұрын

I'm wondering how does the fabric conform to all the curves on a part? e.g. sphere

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Depending on the type of weave you use for your carbon fiber, some are looser than others. The weave allows the cloth to conform to complex geometries (within reason) to achieve the desired shape!

@lelyandcathey 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Looking for the epoxy + hardener you used, from both Amazon and System Three. They only seem to be sold in light/medium amber color? Is this what you used in this video?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Mine look amber when not cured, so maybe just confirm with the seller that it dries clear and you should be all set!

@huntingcalideer2972 3 жыл бұрын

Can you paint over the carbon fiber cause I’m trying to make a uav and from my research it says that carbon fiber is a good material to use but the color of the uav isn’t carbon fiber it’s like a type of gray so do you know how I can get that material on top of the carbon fiber or is it just paint

@jasonw9431 3 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing would using peel ply eliminate the waves in the resin?

@user-qp3qf4xm4e 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, great work love it! do u recommend to use adhesive glue (3m 77) for base coat ,rather then the epoxy itself? is it better? thank you

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

I found in some cases it helped stick down certain parts of the fabric faster to get working... but eventually the epoxy gets in there and saturates it anyways.

@garydeandeery 2 жыл бұрын

I’m having same trouble if spray glue first then the base resin don’t stick properly. Or resin base first then it’s hard to keep the edges from fraying

@TheSuffamc 6 жыл бұрын

Would this increase overall strength of a peice? Would it retain any elasticity or become brittle?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Nathan, I believe this will increase the strength of the piece, especially if there is a good bond between the epoxy resin and the substrate. However, carbon fiber is known to be brittle. There will be a loss of elasticity, and excessive flexing may cause cracks or de-lamination of the fiber layer to the substrate if there is a weak bond. Thanks!

@duanedelaney323 2 жыл бұрын

nice video overall. You have to be very careful using the blue painters tape on edges to prevent fraying - yes that prevents fraying but it also prevents the fibers from moving at the edges which is what needs to happen to conform to surfaces. The less flat the surface, the more this matters.

@EmbraceMaking 2 жыл бұрын

Good tip, thanks!

@josephjohnson6132 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Can you advise on where to buy the carbon fiber and epoxy?

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Check out "easycomposites.com"

@salimbinshagra6546 7 жыл бұрын

?can i using multi layers in same part to make thick

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Salim, yes you can! I would recommend letting the epoxy get sticky or tacky before laying down the next layer of carbon fiber cloth.

@TruthStoryLies 4 жыл бұрын

Can this be done on the plastic backing of the front seats? And will regular carbon fiber or prepreg be better for precision?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

I don't see why it wouldn't work! I believe prepreg will need a vacuum bag and oven... you will get better results with it but it requires more expensive equipment.

@Rubie_the_Black_Widow_Subie 3 жыл бұрын

I’m interested in how you made your final slide with your social media accounts.

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Look up "lower thirds adobe after effects" it is based on those principals!

@insanediecast1858 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video... Is it ok to skin up a complete hood??? I would love that for my Mustang

@EmbraceMaking Жыл бұрын

Might be okay with really good prep... but with the heat and cooling cycles I would be concerned with delamination

@insanediecast1858 Жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking that's what I wanted to know, thanks for answering

@MrCeez1 2 жыл бұрын

can you use automotive clear coat instead of epoxy to harden? planning to skin a motorcycle gas tank

@EmbraceMaking 2 жыл бұрын

Needs to be epoxy. I would finish the carbon fiber part in a UV protectant clear coat to protect it long term, especially an external part like a gas tank

@MrCeez1 2 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking Copy that thanks

@Dg-zj6jo 2 жыл бұрын

so 5 layers with 2 hrs dry times is that correct or 5 layers with 24 hrs inbertween

@robertwhite2097 6 жыл бұрын

When doing vertical surfaces with epoxy do you need a thickener?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Haven't used it before, I just try and build up very light coats on vertical surfaces so that the resin doesn't run.

@kamillyba 7 жыл бұрын

What glue spray did you use before putting a carbon?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

3M spray adhesive!

@jjthejetplane781 3 жыл бұрын

What kinda spray adhesive do you use?

@Fasstv8 2 жыл бұрын

Can you skin fabric rear seat delete? I see everyone doing plastic but that's it

@Jakeutube22 7 жыл бұрын

Do you have a brand of products and fabric you recommend to buy from?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

I've previously ordered from solarcomposites.com and they seem to have high quality fabric :)

@zincyellowmach1523 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic guide, just wondering why the glue instead of an initial layer of resin?

@EmbraceMaking Жыл бұрын

I believe it was less sticky and messy than resin so if you mess up the placement you can likely pull it off and reposition without disturbing the weave

@builditright4666 5 жыл бұрын

Might be a dumb question buy why does every one brush the first 3 coats? Can you not spray this on? I'm just wondering because I'm interested in getting into this.

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Brushing is cheap and easy... no real tool investment

@dave5833 Жыл бұрын

A very informative video, why not use a “ comparable gel coat” as the last coat? Thanks again

@EmbraceMaking Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion, if doing it again I would use some kind of clear coat or gel coat for best results. However, this has been holding up fine for years now luckily!

@jairestrada6154 3 жыл бұрын

Do u have a list of the products and materials used ?

@motorcyclerescuer 4 жыл бұрын

What's the reason for sanding after 24 hours? The part looks shiny and I'm wondering if you could leave it to that or sand anyway and then use clear coat?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

I waited the full 24 hours so the resin wouldn't "gum" up while sanding

@politicalvegan 6 жыл бұрын

the sanding and polishing is purely for aesthetic right? you only need to add a few layers of resin, is that right?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Jacob, the initial sanding before applying the resin is to help bond the layers. The polishing is mostly for looks. I suppose some could make the argument that the final sanding could help reduce locations of stress concentration due to surface irregularities, but your application likely isn't that technical?

@rhinoe.gsmith794 7 жыл бұрын

How hard would it be to carbon fibre rap a old 1974 car? If you just sanded the car back and straightened the panels then sprayed it to primer could you then instead of painting it could you carbon fibre wrap it as the final spray job so to speak ?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Rhino, you could do this in theory but I would be very concerned that the carbon fiber would delaminate over time with heat cycles and body panels flexing. If you want true carbon fiber panels unfortunately you will have to create plugs and do it the right away. If you just want the look, you can always use carbon fiber vinyl and try clear coating it to create a glossy look with depth. Hope that helps!

@mrsimo7144 10 ай бұрын

Brilliant. Thanks. What spray adhesive did you use? Thanks from the UK ❤️

@EmbraceMaking 10 ай бұрын

It was 3M spray adhesive.. it's been a while since I made this video so I don't remember the exact part number but it was a black can with some red/white writing and graphics if I recall correctly

@mrsimo7144 10 ай бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking Amazing. Thanks for your help. All the best!

@herrboeing 5 жыл бұрын

if I wanted to make anything big like a sport car body, could I use only one layer, or should I use multiple layers? and how to have a smooth finish to be painted like a metal sheet?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

This is not the way I would want to go about making an entire car body... Would be a nightmare without a proper mold.

@herrboeing 5 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking thanks for answer, is possible to make mold for carbon parts with fiberglass?

@itolond 2 жыл бұрын

How does none handle parts that have countersunk recess for screws when skinning?

@moosemanty 4 жыл бұрын

Could you skin a car hood if you use a uv protective resin? My paint is faded on my hood, and I just want it to look nice, but I hate all the fake carbon vinyl wraps. If so are there any particular resins you like for that type of job? Oh, and great video by the way!

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

You should be able to, but you would really want to make sure you have a good solid bond between the carbon fiber and the hood... I am thinking it would probably want to delaminate with the changes in temperature and all the flex in a regular hood... would be a challenge!

@embe_piercing 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Tell me please what you use to glue the material ?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

just look up 3M spray adhesive!

@jumontoya2433 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of trying to do fenders I know it’ll take long but it’ll be a fun project 🥴

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Give it a go!

@venky634262 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, This is a great video. I would love to try it out. But the problem is with the spray adhesive. Am from India and have no clue which spray adhesive to use for carbon fiber. It would be great if you can help me out with it

@Patrick156843478 5 жыл бұрын

It's just glue in a can honestly Elmer's would work lil

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty much any glue should work.... I used spray adhesive because it is convenient for me to find.

@hoangkien7762 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video that I know 3M super 77 is very helpful for lay carbon fiber. But I have problem when I apply the epoxy to the carbon fiber, the carbon fiber is blistering, it doesn't stick anymore :(... I don't know why it happens... Do you have this problem?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Hoang, I haven't experienced this problem... did you mix your epoxy correctly?

@hoangkien7762 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I mixed epoxy 1:3 ratio, I think maybe 3M super 77 had problem, should I use 3M HI-STRENGTH 90? And after how many layers of epoxy you use sandpaper? Thank you for answering.

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

You could try a higher strength adhesive, but it may also be air bubbles under your cloth. Try smoothing them out before applying the epoxy and use something to smooth out the push the air bubbles out without distorting your weave. Only start sanding once you have enough layers such that you cannot feel the weave under your epoxy. If there are any areas where you can still feel the cloth then sanding will damage it. It usually takes 3 - 4 medium coats from my experience.

@hoangkien7762 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much :)

@valeriansteiner-val390 7 жыл бұрын

Hi,i need a link,for buy carbon fiber and epoxy...do u know? thanx

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Google soller composites!

@Sprayedbydre 6 жыл бұрын

How do you get the lumps (wavy) parts out? Would you have to start over, or apply more resin?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! In the video I mention that you have to go through several iterations of sanding and then reapplying resin. Eventually all of the waves will go away. Just be careful, do not sand through the resin and hit the cloth!

@Sprayedbydre 6 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing could air pockets be fixed?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

You'll have to sand right through them to get rid of them and then apply another coat. To remove the bubbles when the resin is wet, have you tried denatured alcohol spray, and/or the heat gun method?

@S2KCYA 3 жыл бұрын

I would scuff it the first coat with red scotch brite and not risk sanding the first few coats untill u get at least 6 coats I'd say then cut it with 320 and then I clearcoat it for mine...

@EmbraceMaking 3 жыл бұрын

Good advice, yeah its a bit risky with the first few coats, you have to go light!

@Hi.viibez 6 жыл бұрын

What would the process be if we want to lay it on ABS plastic?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Should be the exact same Adrian. I use the tape as a precaution to protect the plastic from any sort of reaction with the resin. Don't want it to melt!

@johnnydeutschemark3620 3 жыл бұрын

Some company makes a UV resistant resin ( right?) which would be good for a final coat ( no? ) Can you provide a list of supplies needed to get a project like this done and where to find , say the light carbon cloth? I know where to buy sandpaper.... does West System resin work for this?

@killerklown6905 5 жыл бұрын

What 3d printer do u use? Mine doesnt look newer that clean. Mine makes bad noticable layers in it

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Mine is a "Rigidbot Big" It was a kit style printer from Kickstarter a few years back

@Gcatt1 6 жыл бұрын

Do the resins give off fumes? I see everyone doing this in enclosed spaces with no mention of the resins and you are the only person I've seen using gloves for protection from the CF.

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

I would suggest working in a well ventilated area. Also, resin on your hands is a sticky mess, and carbon fiber cloth will make you itchy!

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

The resins can smell... I would have some ventilation just to be safe

@Gcatt1 5 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing Thank you. I appreciate the replies to safety!

@NicholasWood1 5 жыл бұрын

You can always get a respirator too if the area you are working in doesn't have the best air circulation.

@jdog4534 5 жыл бұрын

@@NicholasWood1 with all due respect, I don't think a respirator is a substitution for ventilation. The only substitute for ventilation would be a self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). But I'm not entirely sure. It may depend on whether the pollutant is a particulate or a gas. Particulates can be filtered, gasses cannot. If this process is gassing off the fumes, which they likely are, ventilation is a must. Again, I say this with all due respect. Its based on information I learned in an OSHA approved confined spaces class I had to take as part of my apprenticeship many years ago (mid '90s), so I might be misremembering a fact or 2. If I am, I hope I error on the side of caution.... like particulates would be anything from dust to mist...

@That1NissanGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Did you sand the high points too much (edges and center peak) and that's why it's showing white through?

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

I think it was just a poor mix of the resin and hardener. I believe it was some resin that didn't get enough hardener and it would not cure properly. Thanks for watching!

@That1NissanGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing Gotcha! Do you think this could withstand engine bay temps?

@JasonStapels 6 жыл бұрын

A few other tutorials have mentioned that it's not rare to see the through the weave in bright light and recommend you paint the part you're wrapping black first.

@daxpresuto3077 5 жыл бұрын

@@JasonStapels Yes, you can also use a colored base epoxy like what easy composites offers: easycomposites.co.uk/#!/resin-gel-silicone-adhesive/epoxy-resin/black-epoxy-carbon-fibre-skinning-basecoat.html. This kills two birds since you get the sticky epoxy layer that will prevent the fabric from lifting, and it is colored, so no painting required.

@gebongstoner7595 4 жыл бұрын

Bro.. What the ratio of the resin & adasive u mix? Thanks..

@vegardulven9515 4 жыл бұрын

2/1

@ExtraFungus 7 жыл бұрын

I'm not a fan of exposed carbon fiber but becasue you used PLA(not a good idea at all), you'll need the carbon fiber to keep it from warping in the sun or from the heat of the light, eventually it will deteriorate being exposed outside. You should really look into PETG. It's higher temp like ABS, but it's super strong(I mean super strong, layer adhesion is a non issue) and prints more like pla. Also, that resin is not likely to do well in the sun in the future, instead of doing the final polish, you should have sprays a UV resistant clear.

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Josh Bishop thanks for the comment josh! I agree pla is a poor choice for something like this, which is exactly why I wrapped it in carbon fibre. This will give it some structure and it should keep its shape under the heat. I've never printed with petg but I use it all the time for vacuum forming my custom headlight lenses, it's great stuff. I'll buy a roll and give it a shot!

@Jakeutube22 7 жыл бұрын

Where did you get that small yellow sanding block when you wet sanding? Does it have a paticular name?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Got it from the local dollar store. Just a regular small sanding block :)

@Jakeutube22 7 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing i looked around in town couldnt find one. Only ones in town were velcro kind

@xloboxx 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. between layers, when I put the 5 layers of epoxy every 2 hours, do you also sand? . I do it without sanding. every two hours and the coats don't stick when you're dry and I have to level by sanding. I do not know what to do

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

You should sand between layers as it will help them stick together. But make sure you clean it well after sanding, you don't want dust trapped inside, it will ruin your clarity

@xloboxx 4 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing Thanks a lot. to me is that more layers peel off without sanding although I apply them when it is sticky ... When you give the first layer in the fiber. after the other coat without sanding on top of it. Doesn't that layer come off when sanding? , Or not thick garters ?. and what do you recommend to clean. Alcohol or azetone ?. Thank you!

@xloboxx 4 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing I am making a car steering wheel with carbon, and the truth is, your information is very useful. I am using xcr uv resin and I have already made 4 attempts because I want it perfect and when sanding the layers jump like an onion, I have not sanded between them, I apply them when it is sticky but it does not stain the hand .. but there is no way. I'm going to do what you recommend to see if it works this time. What grain do you use between those layers? 180 to 400 too ?. Thank you very much again and greetings from Spain!

@tristanneely1291 6 жыл бұрын

after all said and done do you leave your original piece attached or do up pull that piece out??

@EmbraceMaking 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Tristan, I left my piece in place as I intended it to be that way (it has the mounting points, it is a one off, etc.) If you are designing a plug for a carbon fiber part that you want to produce many of, you need to design it with removal in mind!

@tristanneely1291 6 жыл бұрын

Embrace Racing thank you so much, how would I design it with removal in mind? Just curious cause I was thinking about doing fenders for a car. Please let me know what you think and how I should do it just kind of getting into do my own carbon work and learning what I can. Thank you

@Pierat253 Ай бұрын

Where do you get the wrap and resin?

@zaes121 7 жыл бұрын

VERY VERY NICE !!!!!! can you apply the same process to parts made with Styrofoam ?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

Yes you should be able to. Just make sure your resin is compatible with the foam. Some will eat the foam and your foam mold will be ruined. If you apply plastic tape over the foam it can protect it. Thanks for watching!

@travistortorige1560 4 жыл бұрын

Look up Mike Patey on KZfaq. He builds molds using foam and has had great success. He builds airplanes and makes a lot of carbon parts.

@booogs 3 жыл бұрын

you don't wetsand to "keep the part clean". you're wetsanding for lubrication. whatever dust that comes off of wetsanding can still be on the part while sanding because it is essentially the same grit as the sandpaper you're using. just make sure to clean off all dust before moving up to the next grit because you don't want to wetsand a finer grit when there's still rougher grit on the part. also, don't use water to clean your part before the next layer of resin. you will get moisture trapped and that can cause resin to become cloudy.

@RCpropo 4 жыл бұрын

Hello. Why do you use a sponge instead of hairy brush to apply resin? Thanks

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ricardo, it is personal preference but I found that these sponge brushes produce less bubbles when apply resin. Give both a try and see what you prefer.

@geocaballero6112 5 жыл бұрын

Were to buy this materials?? What the name of its materials.. Hope you reply.. Thanks

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

The main item is the epoxy resin, check easy composites website, your local composites store or some boat and auto repair shops!

@tommynguyen1220 7 жыл бұрын

how long do you have to wait after sanding then coating another layer of resin?

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

The long wait is after apply resin. I usually wait 24 hours to sand. After you sand you can apply resin right away BUT you have to clean up first! Make sure there is no sanding dust still present.

@tommynguyen1220 7 жыл бұрын

Sounds great ! Thank you so much for a thorough tutorial helped me a lot !

@EmbraceMaking 7 жыл бұрын

No problem! Glad you found it helpful! If you can do me a favor and hit the like button it helps so much! Thanks for watching!

@tommynguyen1220 7 жыл бұрын

Just did ! Also sorry forgot to ask but did you use clear coat or just kept it with the epoxy & polished it ? Thank you

@JohnLetra 4 жыл бұрын

you mix the resin and hardener together?

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

Yes the resin and hardener form a chemical reaction to cure the resin.

@actfitwil 5 жыл бұрын

Hello , Can you tell me if it is possible to skin abs plastic?

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Certainly possible :) Just protect the ABS from resin just in case!

@christophercalimlim2213 2 жыл бұрын

Where can I purchase the hardener and resin?

@EmbraceMaking 2 жыл бұрын

check out easy composites online

@yamaharaptor1896 4 жыл бұрын

hi, what material is the 3d printed part made out of??

@EmbraceMaking 4 жыл бұрын

This was just PLA... once the epoxy cures it is very rigid and whatever happens to the PLA trapped inside doesn't matter.

@yamaharaptor1896 4 жыл бұрын

@@EmbraceMaking Ok perfect, so the epoxy sticks fine to the pla I guess?

@Nguyen2fold 5 жыл бұрын

Can I use epoxy resin over vynil. Like 3m 1080 cf wrap.

@EmbraceMaking 5 жыл бұрын

Never tried it, but maybe you can test it on a small piece off the car?

@Fonz19 5 жыл бұрын

yes you can I just didnt my top door trims on my Tesla Model S

@Fonz19 5 жыл бұрын

wait correction I stripped the vinyl off and went to foam pad, Probably possible to go straight on vinyl might have to use really good adhesive or rough it up a bit. IDK try a sample vinyl piece you can get anywhere