[Katherine Swift]

This question comes from Glenn:

hi, I am trying to replicate some small motorcycle parts, they are clear with a sheet of aluminium in the middle to look like chrome, do you think resin will be a suitable material to replicate them? i can send pictures if that helps.
any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated

[Katherine Swift]

Hi Glenn,

Yes, I think resin could work for your project. Are these parts for ‘show’ or do you hope to they are stronger to withstand elements? That will help me with a recommendation.

[Glenn]

They are for show, it appears there are two layers an inner layer that clips on to the other plastics then a tin foil layer and then the top layer of plastic over the foil

[Katherine Swift]

First, you will need to make a mold of the piece(s) of your replacement part. Once you have your mold, a clear casting resin will do the trick. The super clear resin would be great for this project if you live in the U.S. or Canada. You can find it in several sizes here: https://shop.resinobsession.com/collections/resin/resin-obsession-super-clear-resin It sounds like you can pour a clear layer first, then use foil that you have cut to fit your mold in a second layer of resin, then top it off with a third layer of resin.

Does this help?

[Glenn]

Yes it does thankyou

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