Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

04 Nov 2009 18:29
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I just used some masking tape and tin foil. Worked pretty good. Depending on what type of foam you use, you can glass right on the foam, and then use acetone after to dissolve any remaining foam. However, some resins don't react well with some types of foam, that's why I covered mine with tape and tin foil.

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

11 Nov 2009 18:14
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Hey thanks for the info Deacon I have another question how did that knee pad work out for the seat. I tried some foam the other night and it wasn't the stuff. Just wondering how that pad worked out for you or if you have changed it since then.thanks
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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

12 Nov 2009 03:51
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That pad worked out good. Still using it, two seasons on it now. I want to replace it to fix the pan itself. If I do I'll still use that kind of foam if I can find it. I find it comfortable and it retains its shape.

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

12 Nov 2009 07:39
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Very inspiring, I am quite comfortable with fiberglass as I used to repair boats in the 90's, I think I will build a solo seat for my 1000, thanks!
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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

12 Nov 2009 16:01
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Thanks for the info Deacon I'll have to try and find one of those things. Think thay'll let me sit on it in the store and ride around.:)
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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

12 Nov 2009 18:09
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thompsonmx100 wrote:
Thanks for the info Deacon I'll have to try and find one of those things. Think thay'll let me sit on it in the store and ride around.:)
:laugh: You may even get it for free that way, just so they can get you out of the store.

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

12 Nov 2009 20:02
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Ya think so. I can act like acrazy person I do it all the time.
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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

04 Dec 2009 16:37
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Well Done HerrDeacon! My Favorite color scheme :) Keep the projects comming... I see that you now have the Cafe bug :laugh:

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

04 Dec 2009 18:37
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Thanks bhppy. Actually, your bikes and seats were/are a great source of inspiration. You do amazing work.

Yup, definitely have the bug. Working on a CB350 cafe now. :)

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

19 Jun 2010 16:35
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Looks good!!

what would u say overall cost was??

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

19 Jun 2010 18:40
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Thanks Cooper. I don't know for sure, but I'd say around $100 total cost.

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Re: Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

19 Jun 2010 18:48
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Great job man. she look awesome. Congrats on a great looking bike.B)
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