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Carbon 911 - Build Along
Carbon 911 Build Along
Starting with precision laser-cut aluminum components, you'll build and braze a steel tube cage, create a lightweight carbon fiber body, and finish with a custom Porsche-inspired RC that simply doesn't exist anywhere else.
The Carbon 911 is our most ambitious Build Along yet, combining steel fabrication, carbon fiber construction, 3D printed tooling, and precision laser-cut components into one incredible project.
This is a true Build Along—not a pre-recorded course. You'll follow the project as it develops alongside Harley Designs through a private Discord community where STL files, documentation, templates, announcements, and project resources are released throughout the build. Follow along with the Harley Designs YouTube videos while collaborating with fellow builders.
https://youtu.be/-jRXGCe1Rms?si=rUWgyUWX6DrzO6ou
What You'll Learn
Tube bending, notching, and rolling
TIG welding and silicon bronze brazing
Carbon fiber fabrication without specialized composite equipment
3D printed jigs, fixtures, and molds
General fabrication and assembly techniques
What's Included
Access to the private Carbon 911 Build Along Discord
Progressive release of STL files, templates, documentation, and project resources
Community support throughout the Build Along
The Build Along concludes once the project is complete. Future products, accessories, upgrades, or project expansions released after the Build Along are not included.
Required Platform
The Carbon 911 is specifically engineered around the Vanquish Products VRD Carbon Kit, which provides the F10 Portal Axles, VFD Transmission, links, and S8E shocks used in the project.
Additional required components include:
Vanquish VFD Stubby Kit
4.19" tires
Additional components—including wheels, electronics, hardware, raw materials, and fabrication supplies—are also required.
Required components, recommended parts, and purchasing information will be discussed in the launch video and clarified as the Build Along progresses.
Fabrication
This project requires 3D printing, tube fabrication, TIG welding/brazing, carbon fiber fabrication, and general shop skills.
Laser-cut metal components are professionally manufactured through SendCutSend, eliminating the need for a laser cutter or CNC machine. Laser-cut production files are not included or available separately. International builders without access to SendCutSend will be able to purchase the required laser-cut components from a designated U.S. supplier.
As with any real engineering project, occasional design refinements may require reprinting a part, remaking a component, or using additional materials. While every effort is made to minimize this, it's a natural part of custom fabrication—and part of what makes this a true Build Along.
Is This Build Along for You?
If you enjoy building, learning new fabrication skills, and creating something that can't be purchased off the shelf, the Carbon 911 Build Along is for you.
By the end of the project, you'll have built far more than an RC—you'll have gained the confidence and experience to tackle your own custom fabrication projects.
Resources
The following resources are intended to help you prepare for the Carbon 911 Build Along.
This is not a complete Bill of Materials. Additional materials, suppliers, purchasing information, and recommendations will be shared throughout the Build Along as the project develops. You do not need to purchase everything before the Build Along begins.
Required Platform
Vanquish Products VRD Carbon Kit
https://vanquishproducts.com/products/vrd-carbon-kitVanquish Products VFD Stubby Kit
https://vanquishproducts.com/products/vfd-stubby-conversion-kit-for-vrd
Additional RC components including electronics, wheels, tires, hardware, and other supplies will also be required.
Fabrication Materials
3/16" Steel Tubing(Use code Harley: HarleyDesigns2415)
https://bit.ly/4gz2687Carbon Fiber
Recommendations will be provided throughout the Build Along as the project progresses.Windshield Material
A recommendation will be provided later in the Build Along.
Recommended Tools
3D Printing
3D Printer(Bambu Lab A1 or larger recommended)
PLA Filament - Used for welding fixtures, templates, and fabrication jigs.
PETG Filament - Used for carbon fiber molds.
Tools
HD Tube Bender
3D Printed Parts (Harley Designs)
https://harleydesigns.com/store/p/hd-bender-for-316-tubingLaser Cut Steel Plates (SendCutSend)
https://marketplace.sendcutsend.com/p/CW90C291/hd-bender-for-3-16-tubing-beta
HD Tube Notcher
3D Printed Parts (Harley Designs)
https://harleydesigns.com/store/p/0q4wo2605g67jtxoz91zs3v6c0eb4mLaser Cut Steel Plates (SendCutSend)
https://marketplace.sendcutsend.com/p/C383U475/hd-tubing-notcher
3/16" Ring Roller
https://amzn.to/4h7Eurc3/16" Chainsaw File
https://amzn.to/3Tx3r5y
TIG Welding Equipment
ArcCaptain (My Top Pick)
TIG 200P
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/tig200p-dual-voltage-pulse-tig-welder?ref=HarleyDesignsArgon Regulator
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/argon-co2-regulators-gauges-gas-welding?ref=HarleyDesignsFoot Pedal (Recommended)
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/arccaptain-tig-foot-pedal-remote-amp-control-tig-foot-pedal-10-ft-3m-cable?ref=HarleyDesigns
YesWelder (Alternative)
TIG-205P PRO
https://yeswelder.com/collections/tig-welder/products/dc-pulsed-tig-welder-tig-205p?ref=hskddktrArgon Regulator
https://yeswelder.com/collections/accessories/products/gas-regulator-qb01?ref=hskddktrFoot Pedal (Recommended)
https://yeswelder.com/collections/accessories/products/tig-foot-pedal-fp-5p?ref=hskddktr
Argon Cylinder
I recommend purchasing a used cylinder locally or through a local welding gas supplier. A Q or Q1 size bottle is a great place to start.
Silicon Bronze Filler Rod (.035")
https://amzn.to/3R5s60w
Taps
M2.5 Spiral Point Tap
https://amzn.to/4wisGYd
M3 Spiral Point Tap
https://amzn.to/4wCLHnJ
Helpful Videos
Previous Rockabilly Build Along Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYJUKgayMNfUC4-ACSeLscoTSo2Uh58m3
TIG Welding Basics
https://youtu.be/C6IOOwWJx08
Tube Bending Tutorial
https://youtu.be/DHjv2nVWw5w
Carbon 911 Build Along
Starting with precision laser-cut aluminum components, you'll build and braze a steel tube cage, create a lightweight carbon fiber body, and finish with a custom Porsche-inspired RC that simply doesn't exist anywhere else.
The Carbon 911 is our most ambitious Build Along yet, combining steel fabrication, carbon fiber construction, 3D printed tooling, and precision laser-cut components into one incredible project.
This is a true Build Along—not a pre-recorded course. You'll follow the project as it develops alongside Harley Designs through a private Discord community where STL files, documentation, templates, announcements, and project resources are released throughout the build. Follow along with the Harley Designs YouTube videos while collaborating with fellow builders.
https://youtu.be/-jRXGCe1Rms?si=rUWgyUWX6DrzO6ou
What You'll Learn
Tube bending, notching, and rolling
TIG welding and silicon bronze brazing
Carbon fiber fabrication without specialized composite equipment
3D printed jigs, fixtures, and molds
General fabrication and assembly techniques
What's Included
Access to the private Carbon 911 Build Along Discord
Progressive release of STL files, templates, documentation, and project resources
Community support throughout the Build Along
The Build Along concludes once the project is complete. Future products, accessories, upgrades, or project expansions released after the Build Along are not included.
Required Platform
The Carbon 911 is specifically engineered around the Vanquish Products VRD Carbon Kit, which provides the F10 Portal Axles, VFD Transmission, links, and S8E shocks used in the project.
Additional required components include:
Vanquish VFD Stubby Kit
4.19" tires
Additional components—including wheels, electronics, hardware, raw materials, and fabrication supplies—are also required.
Required components, recommended parts, and purchasing information will be discussed in the launch video and clarified as the Build Along progresses.
Fabrication
This project requires 3D printing, tube fabrication, TIG welding/brazing, carbon fiber fabrication, and general shop skills.
Laser-cut metal components are professionally manufactured through SendCutSend, eliminating the need for a laser cutter or CNC machine. Laser-cut production files are not included or available separately. International builders without access to SendCutSend will be able to purchase the required laser-cut components from a designated U.S. supplier.
As with any real engineering project, occasional design refinements may require reprinting a part, remaking a component, or using additional materials. While every effort is made to minimize this, it's a natural part of custom fabrication—and part of what makes this a true Build Along.
Is This Build Along for You?
If you enjoy building, learning new fabrication skills, and creating something that can't be purchased off the shelf, the Carbon 911 Build Along is for you.
By the end of the project, you'll have built far more than an RC—you'll have gained the confidence and experience to tackle your own custom fabrication projects.
Resources
The following resources are intended to help you prepare for the Carbon 911 Build Along.
This is not a complete Bill of Materials. Additional materials, suppliers, purchasing information, and recommendations will be shared throughout the Build Along as the project develops. You do not need to purchase everything before the Build Along begins.
Required Platform
Vanquish Products VRD Carbon Kit
https://vanquishproducts.com/products/vrd-carbon-kitVanquish Products VFD Stubby Kit
https://vanquishproducts.com/products/vfd-stubby-conversion-kit-for-vrd
Additional RC components including electronics, wheels, tires, hardware, and other supplies will also be required.
Fabrication Materials
3/16" Steel Tubing(Use code Harley: HarleyDesigns2415)
https://bit.ly/4gz2687Carbon Fiber
Recommendations will be provided throughout the Build Along as the project progresses.Windshield Material
A recommendation will be provided later in the Build Along.
Recommended Tools
3D Printing
3D Printer(Bambu Lab A1 or larger recommended)
PLA Filament - Used for welding fixtures, templates, and fabrication jigs.
PETG Filament - Used for carbon fiber molds.
Tools
HD Tube Bender
3D Printed Parts (Harley Designs)
https://harleydesigns.com/store/p/hd-bender-for-316-tubingLaser Cut Steel Plates (SendCutSend)
https://marketplace.sendcutsend.com/p/CW90C291/hd-bender-for-3-16-tubing-beta
HD Tube Notcher
3D Printed Parts (Harley Designs)
https://harleydesigns.com/store/p/0q4wo2605g67jtxoz91zs3v6c0eb4mLaser Cut Steel Plates (SendCutSend)
https://marketplace.sendcutsend.com/p/C383U475/hd-tubing-notcher
3/16" Ring Roller
https://amzn.to/4h7Eurc3/16" Chainsaw File
https://amzn.to/3Tx3r5y
TIG Welding Equipment
ArcCaptain (My Top Pick)
TIG 200P
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/tig200p-dual-voltage-pulse-tig-welder?ref=HarleyDesignsArgon Regulator
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/argon-co2-regulators-gauges-gas-welding?ref=HarleyDesignsFoot Pedal (Recommended)
https://www.arccaptain.com/products/arccaptain-tig-foot-pedal-remote-amp-control-tig-foot-pedal-10-ft-3m-cable?ref=HarleyDesigns
YesWelder (Alternative)
TIG-205P PRO
https://yeswelder.com/collections/tig-welder/products/dc-pulsed-tig-welder-tig-205p?ref=hskddktrArgon Regulator
https://yeswelder.com/collections/accessories/products/gas-regulator-qb01?ref=hskddktrFoot Pedal (Recommended)
https://yeswelder.com/collections/accessories/products/tig-foot-pedal-fp-5p?ref=hskddktr
Argon Cylinder
I recommend purchasing a used cylinder locally or through a local welding gas supplier. A Q or Q1 size bottle is a great place to start.
Silicon Bronze Filler Rod (.035")
https://amzn.to/3R5s60w
Taps
M2.5 Spiral Point Tap
https://amzn.to/4wisGYd
M3 Spiral Point Tap
https://amzn.to/4wCLHnJ
Helpful Videos
Previous Rockabilly Build Along Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYJUKgayMNfUC4-ACSeLscoTSo2Uh58m3
TIG Welding Basics
https://youtu.be/C6IOOwWJx08
Tube Bending Tutorial
https://youtu.be/DHjv2nVWw5w