Fibreglass Cafe Seat Build

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04 Nov 2009 18:29 #331579 by HerrDeacon
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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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11 Nov 2009 18:14 #332959 by thompsonmx100
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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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12 Nov 2009 03:51 #333067 by HerrDeacon
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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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12 Nov 2009 07:39 #333097 by 9am53
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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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12 Nov 2009 16:01 #333172 by thompsonmx100
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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.:)
2006 gs 500 streetfighter
1982 gpz750 breathed on wreck
1985 gpz750
Kz 650

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12 Nov 2009 18:09 #333247 by HerrDeacon
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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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12 Nov 2009 20:02 #333308 by thompsonmx100
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Ya think so. I can act like acrazy person I do it all the time.
2006 gs 500 streetfighter
1982 gpz750 breathed on wreck
1985 gpz750
Kz 650

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04 Dec 2009 16:37 #337538 by bhppy101
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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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04 Dec 2009 18:37 #337552 by HerrDeacon
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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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19 Jun 2010 16:35 #376858 by cooper1320
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Looks good!!

what would u say overall cost was??

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19 Jun 2010 18:40 #376881 by HerrDeacon
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Thanks Cooper. I don't know for sure, but I'd say around $100 total cost.

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19 Jun 2010 18:48 #376888 by mark1122
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Great job man. she look awesome. Congrats on a great looking bike.B)
76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC.Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1.5mm.over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end.
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