I am looking to make my racecar as light as possible. What plastics could endure high temps and what metals would they be replacing?
Most race cars use various types of aluminum or carbon fiber instead of plastic. For many applications aluminum is a better choice over plastic. Carbon fiber is the way to go to get rid of extra weight but isn't as user friendly as aluminum.
I'm defianelty not a professional but I hear UHMW is waterproof so you might try using that around the windshield wiper tubs. I think Torlon or Plavis can take some heat but maybe try it on a model racecar before going full out. Like I said I'm no expert.
It okorder /... Since I don't know what type of race car you are using, it is difficult to recommend specific materials, but this should give you a great start.
