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Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 8th February 2021, 17:17
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Posted By molleur
Should you choose to use polystyrene foam, the...

Should you choose to use polystyrene foam, the extra expense of epoxy resins may be avoided by (after shaping) coating the plug with latex house paint, several coats. Them applying mould release wax...
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 20th January 2021, 15:46
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Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
that would depend upon if you intend to make a...

that would depend upon if you intend to make a mould or simply a male one-off body which will require a lot of post-finishing.
If making a mould, a very fine finish is needed. Should you make your...
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 20th January 2021, 15:11
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Posted By molleur
Kevin, why Styrofoam? Urethane foam is much...

Kevin, why Styrofoam?
Urethane foam is much easier to work and compatible with polyester resins.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 11th January 2021, 22:54
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Posted By molleur
I also cover the mould surface with felt fabric...

I also cover the mould surface with felt fabric to prevent scratching the polycarbonate which is softer than the perspex. 160C is a great temperature for both.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 17th April 2019, 21:53
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Posted By molleur
The only danger would be scarring the body when...

The only danger would be scarring the body when releasing the mold.
It would have to be done in about 6 separate mold sections. Fancy laying-up upside down?

10 release waxes, 6 fogs of PVA and...
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 16th April 2019, 17:12
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Posted By molleur
Congratulations!

Congratulations!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 12th April 2019, 17:17
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Posted By molleur
And a beautiful result it is!

And a beautiful result it is!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 4th April 2019, 20:46
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Posted By molleur
Sounds great!

Sounds great!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 2nd April 2019, 22:40
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Posted By molleur
Sounds great! All the best..

Sounds great! All the best..
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 29th March 2019, 17:29
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Posted By molleur
Congratulations!

Congratulations!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 26th March 2019, 21:37
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Posted By molleur
And well done it is! He bought this just to...

And well done it is!

He bought this just to put together and resell. Not even close to the original.

No worries, I can not be offended.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 26th March 2019, 20:30
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
Easy answer. The person acquired the FRP...

Easy answer.

The person acquired the FRP body that was hanging on the wall of another shop (cut in half). He knew it was already widened by
6 inches and was originally set up for a Corvette...
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 26th March 2019, 00:29
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Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
Totally impressive! Well done.

Totally impressive! Well done.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 15th March 2019, 17:20
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Posted By molleur
Sorry to learn about your Dad. Keep on keeping...

Sorry to learn about your Dad. Keep on keeping on!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 26th February 2019, 11:55
Replies: 442
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Posted By molleur
A short list is the way to go. A few small...

A short list is the way to go. A few small projects every day is the
way to go. Knock them out as funds allow, and keep moving forward.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 25th February 2019, 18:51
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
It seems like the last 10% of any build takes 90%...

It seems like the last 10% of any build takes 90% of the time.

Now, where did I hear that before?
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 18th February 2019, 22:03
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
I'd be doing 4 ft x 10 ft poly sheets for drape...

I'd be doing 4 ft x 10 ft poly sheets for drape moulding.

Probably never get to that though!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 18th February 2019, 20:53
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
I only wish my oven was BIGGER! No issue...

I only wish my oven was BIGGER!

No issue with the Mrs either. Lucky on that.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 27th January 2019, 17:51
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
Nicely done!

Nicely done!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 25th January 2019, 18:51
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Posted By molleur
wax-on, wax-off many times, Addition of PVA...

wax-on, wax-off many times, Addition of PVA (sprayed on helps as well). Still a bit risky.
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 22nd January 2019, 18:17
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Posted By molleur
In a single word, WOW!

In a single word, WOW!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 20th December 2018, 12:07
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Posted By molleur
Nice!

Nice!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 17th December 2018, 19:57
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Posted By molleur
Happy to give a small assist. Great car,...

Happy to give a small assist.
Great car, wonderful project, and good work all!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 16th November 2018, 21:34
Replies: 442
Views: 184,314
Posted By molleur
It begs to become dark red!

It begs to become dark red!
Forum: Italian Replica builds and chat 15th November 2018, 18:55
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Posted By molleur
Outstanding work! Really looks the part.

Outstanding work! Really looks the part.
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