peel ply and breather without release film?


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It depends a bit on the shape of what you are repairing, as the difficulty in removing peel ply comes from the fact that it goes very stiff once the resin has cured (so no, I don't believe a second layer of ply would do anything but use more resin). If you've got quite complex shapes, then it can become very difficult to remove the peel ply. If your area is relatively flat, then it is generally quite easy to remove. 

If you don't have time to find release film, then your hands are a little bit tired and you'll have to try it, but I think you'll be ok. I've found peel ply is difficult to remove, but not impossible unless you get creases that mechanically lock it in place. 
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just recieved our rather huge order for some repairs we need to do. initially we were going to try infusion so we didnt order any release film, but now feel we're better off sticking to wet lay and vac bag.
if i put breather straight onto peel ply am i going to have a nightmare removing it? the areas are mostly flat and im pretty good with wetting out with minimal resin. would a second layer of peel ply be any use?
i really need to get on with the job tomorrow as we're already getting behind schedule so dont have time to try and find any release film.
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