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03-05-2026 | 10:45 AM
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When I started this build,the idea was to make the stock Hirobo Lame into the style with the open fuel tank etc. Carbon fiber tubing was used for most of the construction of the frame work. I liked this because it was light and very strong. Glue that worked with the carbon was the real problem. I tried epoxy glue and if worked fair but still it seem to be not that strong when under stress. Sanding and cleaning were the glue would be applied,,I also did every time. Trying about every glue that I could buy seem to not work the best. Then I heard about 3M Scotch-Weld. 420. The carbon fiber area was first sanded and then cleaned with alcohol before the glued was applied. To my surprise the joint could not be broken under stress!! The glue was as strong as the carbon fiber it self. Just be sure you follow 3M instructions in the preparations for good adhesion.Here are a few pictures of the carbon fiber frame work around the fuel tank. This area is not done yet as more framing has to be done.
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