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New Body for the Formula Vee

 

5 oz. kevlar, first layer going on
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Laying on foam and spray foam to get the new outline close to where I want it.
Using the sureform file to shape the foam.
I use epoxy and more carbon fiber to attach the joint plate to the body. The plate will hold the springs for the Dzus fasteners that I will install in the nose
Still have to trim all of the edges and openings
I remove the nose cone from the mold
More bondo and sanding
Even more bondo and sanding
Need more bondo and sanding now
Sanding with the longboard to get the coke bottle shape that I want
I cover the FV chassis in plastic wrap for protection against the onslaught of filler and resin in the coming days.
Gluing the bottom of the nose to the top part with eposy thickened with filleting silica
Using an angle to trim the sides perfectly straight
Nose cone ready for trimming, fitting and assembly to the lower part
Sanding the primer smooth
More primer
Clear coat over the primer
I must make the male plug perfectly smooth to allow the female mold to release properly
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    • Lotus Esprit Radiator Overhaul
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    • Body Restoration
    • Getting Frankie Home
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    • Carburetor Overhaul
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    • TR6 Interior Installation
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