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I started this as a General Topic of Discusion with informed information about Composite processing. So far everyone assumed I was speaking of Japan vs. the USA. Alot of people make assumptions about what they are getting quality wise, and Yes, Quality was the focus of informing you about the composite process.
How do I know about composite processes and Quality??
I have been outside contracted by the Millitary for Composite Reseach and Development for the last 5 years.
I was not naming companies but the most commonly named company so far is Version Select. It is good quality... I never denied that... do I have an account with them?... Yes!... can I sell it?... Yes!... I even have an account with VIS!... If someone asks for something, I will get it... dont assume that just because my business is based on Japanesse parts only, I dont know what customers are buying.
And yes... they bombed us, and we bombed them... that is politics, history, economics, and life... not quality!
When I say, Respect... its not about where or who manufactured the part, its about the process used. ex: The Top Secret Carbon Fiber Hood is solid Pre-preg Carbon Fiber... no Fiberglass shell or core... a true Carbon Fiber Hood. The skill and education required to make the part is what gets my respect.
I called Seibon the other day just to see if the guy on the phone knew what he was talking about... I'm not doubting their quality, just follow me!
I asked the guy one question... If the Carbon parts had Fiberglass cores and/or shells... he almost seemed offended and confused at the question but replied... "Yes, because the Carbon alone is not strong enough to support the weight." This is by far incorrect, and hinted that the process was open mold Hand Lay-up. Will I still purchass Seibon products... sure, and at least now I know the quality to expect from the process used, and all it took was one simple question.
peace
Drew
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