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« on: February 03, 2014, 12:40:54 PM »

Hey folks,  I have a piece of finished carbon fiber I would like to trim a bit.  Of course I have a dremel so I am thinking that would be easiest but I thought I would ask some advice before attempting to destroy a clear coated $50.00 piece.

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« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2014, 12:59:11 PM »

I used a cutting wheel for the straight sections and a cutter (?) for the round corners.

Smooth and careful sanding afterwards will (did for me anyway) leave the edges clean and the surface undamaged.


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« Reply #2 on: February 04, 2014, 04:53:39 AM »

Wear a mask!
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« Reply #3 on: February 04, 2014, 06:40:22 AM »

Nice job on that side cover!

Thanks DP will do, I had figured it was a must as I used to play with fiberglass once in a while.  Bet CF is worse.
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« Reply #4 on: February 05, 2014, 04:56:51 PM »

Yes! Mask, gloves and eye protection.
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