Mar 22, 2023 · While carbon fiber is very strong, it can be difficult to work with when it comes to drilling holes for things like water bottle cages, fenders, or racks. In this article, we’ll walk you …

Jan 19, 2018 · Sometimes called brad-point drill bits, they cut fibers without fraying or delaminating the material and they eliminate splintering on both sides of the hole. These bits …

Apr 2, 2024 · The goal is to make a slight indentation or pilot hole in the carbon fiber. Creating a starting point with a center punch or awl will help guide the drill bit and prevent it from slipping …

Aug 6, 2002 · I just wanted to clear things up for some folks that are concerned about cutting or drilling into their carbon fiber hoods, whether for vents or hoodpins, whatever. There is a …

Mar 8, 2010 · I used a 1/4-in to 3/4-in step-drill bit to make the holes in the hood for the latch pins. I used the oval-ish hole in the radiator support to attach the pins. The support holes had a lot …

May 6, 2011 · 1) check the underhood area, look for areas cutout in the underbracing. Most hoods have areas cut out to make installing the nozzles easier. 2) measure the distance from the …

Sep 28, 2011 · It won't hurt but it really isn't necessary. The fiber itself won't absorb water and the resin won't either. Be careful you don't breath in the fibers or dust from drilling and the splinters …

Jul 29, 2016 · Do not use hood struts with carbon fiber hoods. They create a sharp flex point the will break the hood unless the hood is designed with a rigid mounting point to distribute the …

Jun 30, 2020 · To install the flapper door on a CF hood you would have to cut out the hole in the hood yourself and find a way attach the mechanism. There are epoxies for CF that are …

May 7, 2005 · I have a carbon fiber hood on my car-and I want to put on hood-pins but am affraid of splinters in the fiber. should I use a hole saw or a dremel any...