Using finite element analysis FEA on a Formula 302

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03-02-2014 | 10:32 PM

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glassdave

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btw where are you located? I got plenty of small pieces of Coosa in that shop id bemore then happy to send a few scraps if you want to check it out, mess around with.

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03-02-2014 | 10:35 PM

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glassdave

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oops and pre forms were linked in the other thread by pokher ace

http://www.preforms.com/

very cool stuff to work with and lots of options.

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03-03-2014 | 07:40 AM

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Cole2534

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Me thinks itd be easier to save that weight with some aluminum parts on the engine.

03-03-2014 | 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Cole2534

Me thinks itd be easier to save that weight with some aluminum parts on the engine.

That is for sure!!! A little weight lose in spot does nothing. But a little bit on everything (engines too) adds up a real difference.

03-03-2014 | 11:25 AM

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stimleck

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Wow I just checked out their site, looks like amazing stuff.
Dave what are the pros and cons?
are any manufacturers using this?
seems like a no brainer

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Originally Posted by glassdave

oops and pre forms were linked in the other thread by pokher ace

http://www.preforms.com/

very cool stuff to work with and lots of options.