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Can I paint a Carbon Fiber Seat Cowl?

Started by The ModFather, April 30, 2012, 08:00:22 PM

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The ModFather

April 30, 2012, 08:00:22 PM
If its already got the glossy clear coat on it can it be easily stripped and painted. I want a Matte Black Seat cowl for my 2005 620 but all I keep seeing is CF. Whats involved in getting one painted to match the stock Ducati Matte Black?

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ducatiz

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April 30, 2012, 08:01:17 PM
Don't need to strip it, just sand the finish down some.
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May 01, 2012, 05:43:33 AM
Quote from: ducatiz on April 30, 2012, 08:01:17 PM
Don't need to strip it, just sand the finish down some.

+1 that's how I did mine.
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May 01, 2012, 06:26:42 AM
Waiting for DucPainter to chime in...
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May 01, 2012, 08:12:13 AM
There's a DIY painting thread in tech where I cover painting c/f.

Keep in mind it covers it using professional materials and equipment.

If you're going to use rattle cans there's a thread that covers that method in How to.

Basically you never want to use chemical stripper on c/f. It will damage the resin.

Sand and paint is the way to go.
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