what's the best way to take care of carbon fiber hood?
Apr 19, 2005 | 11:27 PM
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what's the best way to take care of carbon fiber hood?
to help avoid yellowing or cracking etc.
thanks guys
Apr 20, 2005 | 05:50 AM
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Get extra clear coats on it before you instal it the first time.
Apr 20, 2005 | 06:33 AM
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Get extra clear coats on it before you instal it the first time.
that, and drive carefully and dont tailgate. and clean it regularly.
Apr 20, 2005 | 12:14 PM
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I would think that avoiding parking in direct sunlight would help also. :dunno: I don't know because I don't have one.
Apr 20, 2005 | 12:40 PM
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I would think that avoiding parking in direct sunlight would help also. :dunno: I don't know because I don't have one.
yes that would be a factor big time.
Apr 20, 2005 | 12:42 PM
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It's clear coated, so it's just like paint. You can wax and polish and taking care of it along with your paint will make a big difference.
Apr 21, 2005 | 05:29 PM
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any particular products in general??
Apr 22, 2005 | 02:51 PM
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Try painting it to match your car. It will give the CF a nice layer of protection.
Apr 22, 2005 | 02:56 PM
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Apr 23, 2005 | 05:54 PM
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okay...i was going to ask the same question
i just got a VIS hood for my 96 accord EXR...
how do i take care of it....just regular car soap that i use to wash the car?...i'm having my car fully painted tooo...should i be telling them to clear coat it even more than how it got sent to me from VIS?