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Monday, August 3, 2020

Gull Wing Doors with Carbon Fiber Frames

 I really wanted a light weight CF door covered in Lexan.  I got what I wanted, but I'm not sure I would do it again.  It was quite a job fabricating the CF door frames.  I lined them with Kevlar to prevent galvanic corrosion and aluminum backers where there will be rivets.  The handle came from Hendrick Manufacturing and are typically used on RV's.  














2 comments:

  1. With regard to the CF door frames....Since you stated that you..."not sure I would do it again"...how would you advise a future builder on doorframes? (I want full gull similar to yours...not the two-piece from the factory) Thanks!~ joe hall hoover al

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  2. I would probably try AL square tube, or some other lightweight material to be attached to the Lexan. The Lexan and a frame together is very sturdy. Working with the CF was a real challenge.

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