How to Make an RC Car Body Mold
Introduction
RC car bodies are often made from fiberglass or carbon fiber, which are both strong and lightweight materials. However, these materials can be expensive and difficult to work with. If you’re looking for a more affordable and easier way to make an RC car body, you can make a mold and use it to cast your own bodies.
Materials
To make an RC car body mold, you will need the following materials:
* A master model of the car body
* Mold making material (such as silicone or polyurethane)
* A release agent
* A vacuum pump
* A vacuum chamber
* A pressure pot
* Fiberglass or carbon fiber cloth
* Resin
* A curing oven
Step 1: Prepare the Master Model
The first step is to prepare the master model of the car body. This can be a 3D printed model, a hand-carved model, or even an existing RC car body. The model should be smooth and free of any imperfections.
Once the model is prepared, you need to apply a release agent to it. This will help to prevent the mold material from sticking to the model.
Step 2: Make the Mold
The next step is to make the mold. You can do this by using a silicone or polyurethane mold making material. The material should be mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Once the mold material is mixed, you need to pour it over the master model. You can use a vacuum pump to remove any air bubbles from the mold.
Once the mold is poured, you need to let it cure for the amount of time specified by the manufacturer.
Step 3: Cast the Body
Once the mold is cured, you can start casting the car body. To do this, you will need to use fiberglass or carbon fiber cloth and resin.
The first step is to cut the fiberglass or carbon fiber cloth into the desired shape. You can use a template to help you with this.
Once the cloth is cut, you need to apply resin to it. You can use a brush or a roller to apply the resin.
Once the resin is applied, you need to place the cloth in the mold. You can use a vacuum pump to remove any air bubbles from the cloth.
Once the cloth is in the mold, you need to let it cure for the amount of time specified by the manufacturer.
Step 4: Remove the Body from the Mold
Once the body is cured, you can remove it from the mold. You can use a release agent to help you with this.
Once the body is removed from the mold, you can trim it and paint it.
Conclusion
Making an RC car body mold is a relatively simple process. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can create your own custom RC car bodies.
