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advice on what release to use on pattern berfore laying up mould.
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Porkster0
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Hi all
I am new to mould making at home and to this site
I have a Uni-Mould kit from Easy Composites and have made a pattern for a kit car scoop using my original scoop from the car see picture attached
I would really like any tips / advice you may have on how to prep / release the pattern before making the mould
I have read instructions sheets and watch videos BUT would welcome any contributions as you cannot beat the experience of other people that have started out the same way
For example I have a block of filleting wax to use where there might be some under cuts but do i put this on before or after releasing the pattern
Thanks in advance for any helping a newbie
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Ian
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Hi ian
I would try and extend the bonnet scoop pattern edges. Its always better to make the pattern and mould slightly larger than your part edge so you can trim back to it.
Have a look at what davro done with his one, using some fillet wax and fluted board extend all around bybat least an inch. Once you have done that you can either release it with chemical release agent or a good few coats of wax Mirror glaze is good for this purpose.
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advice on what release to use on pattern berfore laying up mould.
Porkster0
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9 Years Ago
Hi ian I would try and extend the bonnet scoop pattern edges. Its always better to make the pattern...
scottracing
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9 Years Ago
I usually release/wax a mould first and then add any yellow wax filling or fillets etc. You can...
Fasta
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9 Years Ago
Hi Thanks Scottracing and Fasta for the advice. I have created side flanges all around by...
Porkster0
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9 Years Ago
I always apply release agent before doing the wax to ensure complete coverage, then apply another...
Hanaldo
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9 Years Ago
Looking good the flange on the back end of the scoop is looking a little small but that could be the...
davro
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9 Years Ago
HI Hanaldo and Davro Thanks for the advice I will add an extra coat of release now I have done the...
Porkster0
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9 Years Ago
Hi All Just a quick update have just made and broken out my first mould and must say am very happy...
Porkster0
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9 Years Ago
Good job and excellent for the first effort. Those damaged edges appear broken away from just...
Fasta
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9 Years Ago
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