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Old 09-26-2006, 04:58 AM
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Default How to replenish carbon fiber
My carbon fiber hood is starting to get splotchy, and I was wondering if I would have to buy a new one..or if i could get it replinished.. thanks for the help.
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Old 09-26-2006, 05:35 AM
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The hoods have a clear coat. Post a pic if you can. Maybe a clay bar, Zaino, and buffing will make it look new again.
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Old 09-26-2006, 11:17 AM
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Have it painted the color of the car.
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Old 09-26-2006, 11:22 AM
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Default Re: How to replenish carbon fiber
Actually most dont, they have a "Gel" Coat it is different than a clear coat. I would get the hood wet sanded and then "Clear Coated"
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The hoods have a clear coat. Post a pic if you can. Maybe a clay bar, Zaino, and buffing will make it look new again.
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Old 09-26-2006, 11:39 AM
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The hoods have a clear coat. Post a pic if you can. Maybe a clay bar, Zaino, and buffing will make it look new again.
zaino on my cf hood. here is the link

https://www.vadriven.com/forums/eye-candy-20/zaino-car-polish-oxidized-cf-hood-130354/
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Originally Posted by 00civichatch
zaino on my cf hood. here is the link

https://www.vadriven.com/forums/showthread.php?t=130354
cool that looks good I might have to try that.
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I can wet sand it and clear it for you if you want. pm me if your interested in doing that
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