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Old 05-23-2005 | 10:51 PM
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Default RE: Best material to make a reed valve out of???
Just an FYI...

the dirt bike and water craft guys have been using fiberglass (like g10) since the late 80's. they last a long time, and respond better than any metal. (becasue they are lighter) But... you do have to run a backing plate so they don't over flex.
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