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Mould strengthening

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By Darren - 9/16/2018 3:38:52 PM

Just de moulded top half of my boot hatch, and the mould is a bit flimsy and has some flex. 
The mould is made from EC uni mould system. 

What would be the best way to add more strength?

By Steve Broad - 9/16/2018 9:55:49 PM

Similar to wet lay, as there is no heat involved :-)

Personally, I would just add 4-6 layers of fibreglass to the back of the mould and a 30-40mm high lip around the edge to add additional stiffening to this area. Do this with the mould in the pattern.