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Finishing up the paint on my carbon fiber and stock hood. CHA-352 70-72 Chevelle 427 Stinger Hoods.
He doesnt want to paint it because its so nice.
Painting carbon fiber hood. In fact there are several steps you can follow for carbon fibre painting success. If youre painting a carbon fibre part that has a clear coating which is highly likely you have to start by sanding it. Depending on the primer you use you may need up to five coats of primer before the surface is ready for paint.
Hey guys I need some advice. I just received my VIS M3 style CF Hood and my bodyman said its one of the most beautiful and perfect carbon fiber hoods he ever had come through the shop. He doesnt want to paint it because its so nice.
I had all the while planned to paint the hood because my car was keyed and Im repainting the whole car and putting on a M-tec back bumper as well. Im Brad and I make how-to videos. I do custom painting projects guitar painting airbrushing spray can painting wood working and a variety of.
Carbon fiber is closer to a fabric than it is to the metal panels automakers are accustomed to painting. Imagine how many coats of paint it would take to make a sweater as smooth as a piece of sheet metal and you get an idea of the scope of the challenge. BMW avoids painting carbon fiber panels with i3.
SEIBON Carbon a division of SEIBON International Inc specializes in the design and manufacture of high-quality carbon fiber automotive body components such as hoods trunks fenders and aerodynamic body additions such as rear spoilers and side skirts. Our company was founded by genuine automotive aficionados and debuted in the automotive aftermarket industry in 2003. Carbon fiber hoods come with a clear gelcoat that allows you to see the clean weave of the carbon fiber and that makes it so you dont have to paint your hood.
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And if you choose a carbon fiber hood no painting is necessary because theyll arrive at your door with a protective clear coat layer already applied. Carbon fiber hoods come ready to install and need no painting. Painting a new hood yourself will save you money - and in this article weve included a general guide on how to perform the process.
Finishing up the paint on my carbon fiber and stock hood. Cobaltss 3chevycobaltssturbocharged 3chevycobaltssstraightpipe Cobaltss Cobaltsszzpexhaust. Its best to mechanically remove the existing finish then treat as new un-painted gelcoated carbon fiber.
Finish sand to 320 or 400 grit. Re-clean with SX103 or SWX350. Seal with an epoxy primer.
Either DPLF Epoxy Primer or DPLV 21 VOC Epoxy Primer are excellent choices. Apply basecoat color and clear. People actually paint the sides sometimes leaving a stripe of carbon fiber down the middle.
Yes you can paint carbon fiber but make sure u sand it down good but i would say its a waste. Carbon hood was faded so we color matched to the car. A premium clear coat is recommended such as House of Kolors Show Clear because of the high UV protection think sunscreen for the carbon fiber.
Mix and spray per the manufacturers recommendations. Note that your local paint and body supplier might let you rent or borrow a quality spray gun such as Iwata or Sata. How to Paint Carbon Fiber Step 1.
If you do not have a black surface Use the black paint to paint the surface Black. Hold the spraying can at a 45 angle first spray out of the working area to avoid spit and then spray it back and forth lightly. Theres many different car.
You want to strip and remove paint from carbon fiber. I have some tips for you how to prepare carbon parts for painting and how to remove color from carbon.