I'm building a turbine F-86 with foam wings and want to incorporate Carbon Fiber "FlexPlates" to mount my retracts. It will weigh between 15 and 18 lbs. WET (when filled with fuel.)

What thickness of CF Plate should I use (2.0 or 2.5 or 3.0 or 3.5 mm) for FlexPlates?

Thanks