New Reflctive Carbon Fiber Coming Soon to CFElement

Carbon Fiber Element · 11-10-2011, 10:35 PM

So I found some new stuff to mess with. They call it a reflective carbon fiber. Its real cf but with a twist. These are just pics from a site. It should be ten times better when layed up and cleared. I have a yard of the silver on order, but there are a few colors to choose from. Perfect for anyone looking to do some real custom projects. Btw, its tough to get and only one place in the states sells it, and always out of stock. Pricey too, at more than 3 times my normal cf cost. Stay tuned.....

Keep in mind, these are pics of raw material, no resin or clear so no depth or gloss in these pics. But still hot!!

Silver I have on order...

Other colors...

Carbon Fiber Element · 11-10-2011, 10:36 PM

Btw, only available in a single/plain weave with these....not the normal 2x2 twill I normally use.

Nissanboy · 11-10-2011, 10:38 PM

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Carbon Fiber Element · 11-10-2011, 10:51 PM

Btw, I have plans for an entire console/cubby/shifter trim/window switch panels/steering wheel to be done in this stuff....Gonna make for an awesome interior kit!!!

Perf.Des · 11-10-2011, 10:53 PM

Ive played with that stuff...its odd to work with as it doesnt behave like carbon or kevlar. It acts more like texalium. With this stuff you absolutely must use a clear hardener (like West System's 207 Special hardener). Standard hardeners drasticly shift the color on the reflective weave.

Carbon Fiber Element · 11-10-2011, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Perf.Des

Ive played with that stuff...its odd to work with as it doesnt behave like carbon or kevlar. It acts more like texalium. With this stuff you absolutely must use a clear hardener (like West System's 207 Special hardener). Standard hardeners drasticly shift the color on the reflective weave.

I don't use west epoxies man...even their 207, which is their clearest hardener, sucks!! its actually quite sh!tty IMO, all of it...very unclear and alot of air pockets, also a slight yellow tint, maybe not to everyone, but i see it....my resins are much nicer and as clear as glass, don't worry. I've used texalium too as well, its thick like fiberglass and takes time to get down right. Don't worry bro, I've done this stuff more than a few times

not my first time.

Ron · 11-10-2011, 11:48 PM

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XwChriswX · 11-11-2011, 12:03 AM

coughredcough

Perf.Des · 11-11-2011, 12:52 PM

Just out of curiousity, what resin/hardner do you use?

Bonzo · 11-11-2011, 01:05 PM

[QUOTE=Carbon Fiber Element;1401992]
Silver I have on order...

Ooohhh, I like the silver. Any chances I can get a discount price (like same price as normal carbon fiber) if I let you make my radio console cover the first test dummy?

TreeSemdyZee · 11-11-2011, 01:45 PM

Hmm. Steering wheel?
I'll put a big "Tony" sticker on my car if you hook a brother up.

Carbon Fiber Element · 11-11-2011, 02:07 PM

[QUOTE=Bonzo;1402787]

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Originally Posted by Carbon Fiber Element

Silver I have on order...

Ooohhh, I like the silver. Any chances I can get a discount price (like same price as normal carbon fiber) if I let you make my radio console cover the first test dummy?

It'll lay down the same as normal cf and all the same work. I've done more than a few so don't really need to test anything. I can hook you up tho if interested dude. Pm me

Carbon Fiber Element · 11-11-2011, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

Hmm. Steering wheel?
I'll put a big "Tony" sticker on my car if you hook a brother up.

I just got a console in today so I'm going to do a wheel, the whole console/cubby/shifter and switch panels. Package deal!!!

Bonzo · 11-11-2011, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Carbon Fiber Element

I just got a console in today so I'm going to do a wheel, the whole console/cubby/shifter and switch panels. Package deal!!!

Hey Tony, I'll P.M. you about it when I get my car.

How soon you think you'll have the radio/thermostat done on this project? That's the only part I want done and it would be great see pics before ordering.

By the way, I just HAD to ask before, you know, or it wouldn't be prudent. Not trying to be a big D.

Lemers · 11-11-2011, 02:38 PM

Looks like it could be cool if done tastefully

11-10-2011, 10:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
Carbon Fiber Element Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: nj Posts: 937 Drives: 04 nissan 350z db m6 Rep Power: 199	New Reflctive Carbon Fiber Coming Soon to CFElement So I found some new stuff to mess with. They call it a reflective carbon fiber. Its real cf but with a twist. These are just pics from a site. It should be ten times better when layed up and cleared. I have a yard of the silver on order, but there are a few colors to choose from. Perfect for anyone looking to do some real custom projects. Btw, its tough to get and only one place in the states sells it, and always out of stock. Pricey too, at more than 3 times my normal cf cost. Stay tuned..... Keep in mind, these are pics of raw material, no resin or clear so no depth or gloss in these pics. But still hot!! Silver I have on order... Other colors... __________________ http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l...2623_HDR-1.jpg Text or call 732.754.0423 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Follow us on Instagram @Carbonfiberelement

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Carbon Fiber Element Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: nj Posts: 937 Drives: 04 nissan 350z db m6 Rep Power: 199	Btw, only available in a single/plain weave with these....not the normal 2x2 twill I normally use. __________________ http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l...2623_HDR-1.jpg Text or call 732.754.0423 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Follow us on Instagram @Carbonfiberelement

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Carbon Fiber Element Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: nj Posts: 937 Drives: 04 nissan 350z db m6 Rep Power: 199	Btw, I have plans for an entire console/cubby/shifter trim/window switch panels/steering wheel to be done in this stuff....Gonna make for an awesome interior kit!!! __________________ http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l...2623_HDR-1.jpg Text or call 732.754.0423 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Follow us on Instagram @Carbonfiberelement

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Perf.Des Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 220 Drives: 2009 370Z Touring Rep Power: 14	Ive played with that stuff...its odd to work with as it doesnt behave like carbon or kevlar. It acts more like texalium. With this stuff you absolutely must use a clear hardener (like West System's 207 Special hardener). Standard hardeners drasticly shift the color on the reflective weave.

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Perf.Des Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 220 Drives: 2009 370Z Touring Rep Power: 14	Just out of curiousity, what resin/hardner do you use?

11-11-2011, 01:05 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bonzo Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 690 Drives: Finally, a 370Z!!! Rep Power: 3372	[QUOTE=Carbon Fiber Element;1401992] Silver I have on order... Ooohhh, I like the silver. Any chances I can get a discount price (like same price as normal carbon fiber) if I let you make my radio console cover the first test dummy? __________________ Finally Able To Order 2012 Model 8/24/2011 Delivered Tuesday November 15, 9:57 am!!! 2012, Auto, White, Sport, Kick Plates

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TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,885 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27408	Hmm. Steering wheel? I'll put a big "Tony" sticker on my car if you hook a brother up.

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Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 52	Looks like it could be cool if done tastefully __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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