# DIY carbon fiber questions

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**Category:** Shift518 Automotive\
**Created:** [June 2, 2012, 11:09am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-carbon-fiber-questions/263968 "2012-06-02T11:09:38Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 3, 2012, 9:30am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-carbon-fiber-questions/263968/3 "2012-06-03T09:30:42Z")

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> [@BMW Gina concept car / Fabric Body \*VID\*](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bmw-gina-concept-car-fabric-body-vid/54287/11):
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> Are you making a mold?  
> Supporting the fans off it?  
> Pure function or is cosmetic look of carbon desired?  
> Looking to spend how much $$$$?
> 
> This part can cost $100-$750 depending on your answers to first three q’s
> 
> Can answer any questions regarding this, big part of my business is complex composite parts.

1: I am planning on making the mold although this is my first attempt at this type of project.

2: yes, I’d like it to support the fans. They are very light 10" slim fans.

3: pure function is desired. Don’t care for the look of carbon fiber when it’s a real high gloss and showy.

I just really need a shroud to make these fans a bit more efficient and to pull air through the entire radiator rather than just two 10" diameter sections. If carbon isn’t the best/most cost effective way to do this I am open to other ideas.

Let me know what you think Adam. I could always make an appointment to swing by. Not sure if you’ve even seen the 200 yet anyway.

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