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Old 04-19-2005, 11:27 PM
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Default what's the best way to take care of carbon fiber hood?
to help avoid yellowing or cracking etc.
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Old 04-20-2005, 05:50 AM
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Get extra clear coats on it before you instal it the first time.
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Old 04-20-2005, 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Illegal B16
Get extra clear coats on it before you instal it the first time.
that, and drive carefully and dont tailgate. and clean it regularly.
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Old 04-20-2005, 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.
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Old 04-20-2005, 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Shmoo
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.
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Old 04-20-2005, 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.
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Old 04-21-2005, 05:29 PM
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any particular products in general??
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Old 04-22-2005, 02:51 PM
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Try painting it to match your car. It will give the CF a nice layer of protection.
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Old 04-22-2005, 02:56 PM
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^^ :chuckles: ^^
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Old 04-23-2005, 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?
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