Making pattern for mould

Bitza · 02-11-2024, 05:19 PM

OK hi all, so winter is on its way and once salt gets spread I take the heap off the road and the winter projects begin. So in preparation for one of my projects I'm doing a bit of research. The project is to lop off the tail end of the bike, junk all the number plate carrier, undersea splash guard etc. Then to make a new carbon tail unit. So my question is what material to use to make the pattern from which to make the mould. I was going to model the pattern actually on the bike to ensure it's going to fit, I'm not aiming for a high gloss finish as the final item will be painted. Any suggestions?

02-11-2024, 05:19 PM	#1
Bitza Silver Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Poole Bike: M900ie Posts: 511	Making pattern for mould OK hi all, so winter is on its way and once salt gets spread I take the heap off the road and the winter projects begin. So in preparation for one of my projects I'm doing a bit of research. The project is to lop off the tail end of the bike, junk all the number plate carrier, undersea splash guard etc. Then to make a new carbon tail unit. So my question is what material to use to make the pattern from which to make the mould. I was going to model the pattern actually on the bike to ensure it's going to fit, I'm not aiming for a high gloss finish as the final item will be painted. Any suggestions? __________________ Bitza