Before I rolled out the fabric for cutting, I cleaned my workbench, put away any unnecessary tools, and laid down a large, clean piece of cardboard. It’s a clear cloat with tiny beads of colored glass in it that are supposed to shine brightly in direct sunlight. New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging .

The kit also had some polish the repair looked great after and I didn’t feel the need to fill and paint.Predator Cycling suggests using plastic wrap to protect the rest of the frame, and if I had any at home, I would have used it instead of the painter’s tape. We use the best value couriers available, and we will endeavour to get your products to you as quickly and as cost effectively as possible. If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. Mix the resin and apply the layers of cloth, this is a similar process to fibreglass work (or paper-mache! Small says a lot of the bigger companies like Trek have come out against companies that do carbon repair because they want people to be safe and don’t want their frames to be held liable for a sub-par fix.

The high quality carbon fibre matting strip in this kit comes is pre-coated in dry epoxy to prevent fraying and the 2:1 ratio of resin and hardener makes it easy to mix correctly.According to this DIY carbon fiber repair kit we stumbled across, cracks and abrasions in your frame are quick and easy repairs to do at home. The kit includes a high performance epoxy resin and special ultra-smooth high strength 1k carbon fibre cloth for the repair, as well as abrasive papers and polishing compound to produce a professional finish. By continuing to browse this site, you are agreeing to the use of cookies for statistical and advertising purposes, as well as to facilitate information sharing on social networks. This highlights the importance of ensuring a high-quality laminate and the adequate repair in the event of a defect.

Since I had to completely disassemble my bike to do the repair, I decided to take the opportunity to repaint the frame as well. In such instances, resultant cracks do not adversely affect the residual strength or stiffness of the composite, but can expose the material to environmental factors (e. The videos I watched and written instructions that I read all emphasized taking the time to thoroughly mix the two. These instructions are clear and easy to follow, even for someone who has never worked with carbon fiber before.The base Memphis Purple color came out great, but I was disappointed with the Keirin Sunlight Tokyo Gold top coat. So, I sanded through 2-3 layers of carbon to create a ‘trough’ then shrink wrapped in 1 x UD and 1 x 90gsm 2k weave then sanded them flush. We would recommend measuring the actual temperature with an infra-red thermometer or similar to be sure how hot it actually gets.

Carbon fibre, known for its quick repair capabilities, offers a robust, durable, and waterproof shield that adheres well to its own material.The resin system has also been updated to EL2, please be aware that the mix ratio has now changed to 100:30 as displayed on the bottle. This kit has been designed to allow for the repair of at least 3 broken fishing rods and so includes sufficient heat shrink tape, resin and carbon fibre fabric to do at least 3 repair jobs. My friend does not care what the area looks like after the repair, he prefers a stronger repair over a clean look. I used about 4ml to repair deep gouges in a carbon wheels brake tracks and it’s like it never happened. Versatility: Some carbon fiber repair kits are designed for specific applications, such as aerospace or automotive repairs.