carbon fiber reinforcement

What weight of carbon fiber fabric should I use to reinforce a fiberglass hull?

I use a standard 2x2 weave 3K cloth. It still conforms to the corners well enough. I've used multiple layers on particularly flimsy sections of some hulls, or in problem spots like seams.

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Originally Posted by fweasel

I use a standard 2x2 weave 3K cloth. It still conforms to the corners well enough. I've used multiple layers on particularly flimsy sections of some hulls, or in problem spots like seams.

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Thank you sir. That will help me out, any particular suppliers you prefer?

This what I used

https://www.amazon.com/Twill-Carbon-...gateway&sr=8-6

You can get plain weave carbon cloth or twill, the twill is easier to use on compound curves & into corners etc. Personally i prefer twill as it stays flatter easier in these areas, plain weave can lift in these areas once wetted out with resin before the resin cures.

Yep, what I use is a twill weave. I misspoke when I said plain.

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Originally Posted by martin

You can get plain weave carbon cloth or twill, the twill is easier to use on compound curves & into corners etc. Personally i prefer twill as it stays flatter easier in these areas, plain weave can lift in these areas once wetted out with resin before the resin cures.

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Thanks guys. Greatly appreciated. I like that combo kit with the resin. Would Gflex epoxy work as well or should I go with a resin and hardener intended for carbon fiber?

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Originally Posted by tjj atx

Thanks guys. Greatly appreciated. I like that combo kit with the resin. Would Gflex epoxy work as well or should I go with a resin and hardener intended for carbon fiber?

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No you want a laminating type resin & hardener like west 105 resin + the appropriate hardener to use on carbon or glass cloth ( other makes available ). Gflex is a thicker adhesive for bonding.

Thanks again guys. All your responses have been more than helpful.