View Single Post
Old 07-16-08, 02:25 AM   #108 (permalink)
EGLITOM's Avatar
EGLITOM
4 Tenths
Germany
 
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Germany
GT40: RCR 40
Posts: 418
Rep Power: 8 EGLITOM has much to be proud ofEGLITOM has much to be proud of
Re: Toms RCR 40 Trackracer

Randy:
found this one: The correct english expression is "crowfoot weave"

"The crowfoot weave is achieved when one warp yarn weaves over three and under one fill yarn. Crowfoot weaves offer more pliability and drapability than plain weave fabrics."

see also this link: ACM - Styles

Why outsource: It is just for economical and quality reasons. Martin has all the materials available, he is quick and affordable; Although i could do it, his parts are of outstanding quality. He achieves a great fiber to resin ratio, giving the most lightweight parts with high stability. I have a seat mould for my racebikes. Once i made a part by myself and all other parts out of it where made by Martin. THe difference in weight, stability and appearance ( he just know how to put in layer for layer in the correct directions to take all the forces) is just so visible, that i prefer his competence for parts which are finally going on to the car.
and
believe me there are nicer things to do than this fiberglass work.

TOM
__________________
RCR 40 ; LEVY RACING 331; G50/05; gulfwide

Last edited by EGLITOM; 07-16-08 at 02:32 AM.
EGLITOM is offline   Reply With Quote