Skinning advice


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MarkMK
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Not a technique I've had masses of experience with, but looking to do a little carbon skinning on some fairly small parts that have some subtle cosmetic features that I'd like to retain and not lose too much when adding material and coating

So, I was wondering if vacuum bagging the part once the fabric had been laid onto the tacky backing resin would help consolidate things a bit more tightly and help reduce the potential 'softening' of any subtle lines or features? I guess I'm asking if doing this will help to, in effect, de-bulk the single fabric layer and help make the skinned part a little closer to the original parts' dimensions and true form? 

Just wondered if anyone regularly skinning parts did this or if it's unlikely to make any noticeable difference? 
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67redrocket
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I am wondering about the same thing. If vacuumbagging the part will help the carbon fiber to stick inside concave corners and details. Or will it just be a mess to remove the vacuum bag after the base coat has cured. 
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