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matte carbon

Started by irridium, September 22, 2011, 01:30:06 PM

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irridium

Is there a simple way to change finishes on carbon fiber parts?  I like the CF but not too keen on the gloss, prefer a more subtle look. 

JEFF_H

i saw a bike where all the carbon had been re-cleared with a matte clear coat.

it was  [bacon]


Mad Mal

Yep, Matt clear is what I have done to the front fender, But spray it on too thick it can have a milky look to it.
07 S4R

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irridium

carbondry looks amazing, but $480 is a bit steep for the front fender...

suzyj

Quote from: irridium on September 23, 2011, 03:33:08 AM
carbondry looks amazing, but $480 is a bit steep for the front fender...

Not if the loss of a couple of hundred grams is important.


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He Man

im pretty sure you mean hundredths*
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Rameses

Quote from: suzyj on September 24, 2011, 05:22:29 PM
Not if the loss of a couple of hundred grams is important.


Depends on what you're talking about.

Cocaine?  A couple hundred grams is pretty important.