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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 03:09 AM
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Anyone know what website to buy carbon fiber interior wraps? I've been searching and all reviews have been pretty bad. I also Need a reliable website to buy exterior parts..
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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 09:33 AM
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Under the assumption you want glossy, there's this one. I have it and I like it.:
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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 10:49 AM
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Are there any vinyls that are already pre-made?
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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 11:35 AM
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Not quite sure what you mean by that. Like any interior trim pieces already wrapped?
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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 02:47 PM
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You can search ebay for pre-cut kits. But if you want a nicer fit, its always better to get a roll and do it yourself so you don't see any gaps. When ordering you can look on Amazon/Ebay, but I recommend Metrorestyling.com. They have some good prices, and you know what you're getting. As for the carbon fiber, go with 3M 1080 Series, or Avery Dennison 900 Supreme Wrapping Film for quality material.

I used to work for a vinyl wrap company in the past, if you have any other questions don't hold back.
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 03:14 AM
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Do you think the carbon fiber interior dash kits are reliable? I found them on CAR iD. Here's a screenshot
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 08:31 AM
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Duplicolor makes a cf appearance kit you spray the pattern onto the items
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by C1Forged
As for the carbon fiber, go with 3M 1080 Series, or Avery Dennison 900 Supreme Wrapping Film for quality material.
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i ordered the 3M 1080. Though the quality of the vinyl is good, the print looks like garbage.
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Do you think the carbon fiber interior dash kits are reliable? I found them on CAR iD. Here's a screenshot
Reliable? They do fit the trim pieces nicely but they're essentially thicker stickers. They don't wrap around the edges so it doesn't look flush. I actually had it for my g35 and it looked nice, but wrapping looks better. And it's far more expensive..
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by HotSawce
i ordered the 3M 1080. Though the quality of the vinyl is good, the print looks like garbage.
Which Carbon Fiber did you order?
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 03:37 PM
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Which Carbon Fiber did you order?

3M REAL D 2.0 HIGH GLOSS BLACK CARBON FIBER Vinyl Wrap Film Sheet Roll Adhesive | eBay
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 03:41 PM
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I have yet to find a good quality, high gloss Carbon Fiber print that I like. I just stick with 3D, and recommend a ceramic coating to seal it. Otherwise over time, dirt will find its way into the thin grooves in the weave, and become a pain to remove.
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 05:25 PM
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Again I used the duplicolor c.f. kit
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Old Jun 18, 2017 | 12:25 PM
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Anyone hydro dip a carbon print on interior parts? Might be a more reliable way to get an even, predictable finish with less effort.
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Old Jun 20, 2017 | 01:09 AM
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Exterior parts: Get it wrapped from a shop.

I have exterior pieces wrapped and love the look. Looks like matte black from afar (for contrast), but looks sexy up close. Mirrors, spoiler, rocker panels (on black wheels).

The rockers wrap have a few "lines" in it from where feet hit it entering the car, but are only noticeable on bright, sunny days when the car is clean, and don't really detract/bring anything away from the car. And for $200 I can have it re-wrapped if they ever bothers me badly.
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Old Jun 20, 2017 | 05:09 AM
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Hydrodip is nice as long as tech is good. The duplicolor c.f. kit is similar concept
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