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Old 16-05-18, 08:50 PM   #1
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Default Clear clutch cover- home build

Hi All,

So with the spare engine I featured in one of the videos, I thought it would be cool to use the spare clutch cover I have to have a go at making a transparent clutch cover at home. Now I have read many, many threads, on this site and others about this process. The slight frustration is that many of the pictures are now broken links so I am following mostly words with some pictures online.

So here are my questions I have not encountered
  • I intend to use a drill to cut a series of drilled holes very close to each other to cut out the shape (mine is the plastic cover), is there much chance of the plastic cracking? Hoping to use a handsaw to cut out the detail and file (open to suggestions)
  • I have seen that lexan is suggested by many, of those that have had it for a few years, it is discoloured or is there a better material recently?
  • On the 2002 I have, the oil filler comes into the main centre, some have machined a whole new cover whilst others have made a much smaller hole for a viewing window, which would be a bit of a shame. Has anyone seen a version with a 'cut out' for the oil filler, so the main window is circular but with a small 'chunk' out of it- just wanted to see what it may look like!

Any other tips from people that have had a go/ seen it done?

Thanks as always
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Old 16-05-18, 09:10 PM   #2
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  • I intend to use a drill to cut a series of drilled holes very close to each other to cut out the shape (mine is the plastic cover), is there much chance of the plastic cracking? Hoping to use a handsaw to cut out the detail and file (open to suggestions)
I've no experience of making a clutch cover, but for something like that I think a hole saw would be a lot easier and neater. Should go through easy with it being plastic

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Old 16-05-18, 09:43 PM   #3
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That is a good suggestion, I guess I would just have to take it slow but it would make a perfect circle!
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Old 16-05-18, 10:06 PM   #4
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I’ve heard of people using the drill in reverse when cutting plastic with holesaws to prevent grabbing and subsequent damage.

YMMV

Would be interested to see the end result

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Old 17-05-18, 05:45 AM   #5
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I'm wondering whether using some masking tape on the cover before you start the cut would help too?

Might help it to stop it splintering?

I don't have this problem, as I've got one of Nils CNC covers with a clear cover
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Old 17-05-18, 07:08 AM   #6
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I don't have this problem, as I've got one of Nils CNC covers with a clear cover
I’m not sure which one of the designs that is, would you mind posting a picture? (like I said, most thread pictures are now broken links) but I was struggling to see anyone selling one still, and thought it might be fun. I do have an adjustable circle cutter that attaches to a drill- does anyone know the depth of the plastic that makes up the cover?
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Old 17-05-18, 07:36 AM   #7
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As above.Mark where you are going to drill and then place some masking tape or a couple of layers of cello-tape over the mark so you can still see it.This helps stop plastic splitting and I use this method when drilling into metal as it acts as a sacrificial guide for the drill bit to get it started and stop them skipping.

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I'm never one to dissuade someone from making something themselves. However...

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I can see the making of one being an interesting experience, but there will be challenges and you have to consider is the juice worth the squeeze.
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I’m not sure which one of the designs that is, would you mind posting a picture?
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Old 18-05-18, 11:54 AM   #10
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That is stunning!! Is he still doing them do you know?
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