symoonbeam
Monza
- Joined
- 2 Jun 2014
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- 218
A little while back I had an issue with a huge stone chip on the bonnet, and as a temporary measure had a Carbon Fibre wrap put on the bonnet before thinking about re sprays etc.
Initially I didn't think I would like the CF bonnet, but over the past weeks it has grown on me, to the point where I am considering a real Carbon fibre bonnet.
I can either buy ready made, or do a skin of CF on the original, or a replacement bonnet (may be the best option as cheaper, and keeps the option of returning to original). I am not concerned with weight saving, this is a purely aesthetic decision.
Now the hard part - the CF wrap is obviously a matt finish, and that is what I have got used to looking at, but to me the beauty of CF lies in the depth and shine of a perfect gloss finish that shows off the fabric, and fits with the shine of the rest of the paintwork. I have also heard that matt CF is more difficult to care for and keep it looking good.
I would appreciate thoughts from anyone here, in particular those with experience of CF bonnets - Matt or gloss? - stick with the original :dont know:
cheers
Initially I didn't think I would like the CF bonnet, but over the past weeks it has grown on me, to the point where I am considering a real Carbon fibre bonnet.
I can either buy ready made, or do a skin of CF on the original, or a replacement bonnet (may be the best option as cheaper, and keeps the option of returning to original). I am not concerned with weight saving, this is a purely aesthetic decision.
Now the hard part - the CF wrap is obviously a matt finish, and that is what I have got used to looking at, but to me the beauty of CF lies in the depth and shine of a perfect gloss finish that shows off the fabric, and fits with the shine of the rest of the paintwork. I have also heard that matt CF is more difficult to care for and keep it looking good.
I would appreciate thoughts from anyone here, in particular those with experience of CF bonnets - Matt or gloss? - stick with the original :dont know:
cheers
