What to make splitter dams out of?
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What to make splitter dams out of?
First off, Im not real great at custom fabrication. I was at Lowe's the other day and found a sheet of plastic I thought would do the trick, but it's brittle and less pliable than really required. Will be at VIR at the end of this month so Im at least going to try to see if they hold up. They are at least wind tested to 105mph though
Here's some pics: https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/111...t__p__23867572
Also, the splitter doesn't go far back enough to "seal" the dams against it...should that be a worry?
Here's some pics: https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/111...t__p__23867572
Also, the splitter doesn't go far back enough to "seal" the dams against it...should that be a worry?
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i think i read before that someone used door weather striping with the hard plastic on it, also purchased at homedepot. i can't speak for the aerodynamics of it not touching the splitter but i would think it is going to help either way, but most likely work better if it is attached. i have some thin (maybe 3 layer) carbon fiber that i used for mine.
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yall just buying sheets of carbon fiber? Anyone got a good link to buy from? How are you all cutting them?
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Someone else in another thread recommended Kydex
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051WC1QS/...A0VFPCBU&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051WC1QS/...A0VFPCBU&psc=1
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In terms of thickness, treat carbon just like aluminum if you are getting solid sheet (as in no honeycomb/foam core). I would recommend about 1/16th" (0.06") for a set of durable splitter dams.
You can buy sheet carbon at a bunch of different online places:
http://www.acpsales.com/High-Gloss-Woven-Sheets.html (I have bought their carbon tubing and its very nice, I'm sure their sheet carbon is just as nice)
https://www.rockwestcomposites.com/p.../402-410-group (Same as ACP, Bought other things but never sheet from here. Always had good experience)
http://www.mcmaster.com/#8181k32/=111j72t (never bought their carbon but i'm sure it would look fine)
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For parts requiring some strength...like a splitter, i put some honeycomb in between the carbon layers.