10-01-2014, 04:06 PM | #1 |
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Care for Carbon Fiber Roof
Just curious besides waxing what other special precautions are needed to care for the carbon fiber roof to reduce fading etc.?
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10-01-2014, 05:06 PM | #2 |
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Its got a clear coat on it just like the rest of the car. On my e92 i treated it like any other body panel. Even as far as polishing it like normal.
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10-01-2014, 07:41 PM | #3 |
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I've been using a paint sealer and wax with UV protectant.
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10-02-2014, 12:28 AM | #4 |
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Keep it clean. Keep it protected(wax, sealant, coating, ect.). If it get swirled up, it can be corrected. You can also have clear bra installed over it.
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10-02-2014, 10:05 AM | #5 |
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I thought about this a bit, especially given Porsche's history of their CF yellowing.
Seems like E92 owners have had no problems with the CF roof. Best I can tell, just need to make sure the clear doesn't wear out, and polish at lower speeds/temps if you do polish it. They don't really seem to make PPF with real UV protection. I think a coating/sealant would be a good idea, especially something with UV protection. Also, parking in a garage all the time helps |
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10-08-2014, 10:20 AM | #8 |
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It's a painted surface just like any other modern painted surface with clearcoat. Care accordingly.
Roofs are not usually a "pop" area, so I'd recommend a really durable sealant. Though not exactly the most durable, I just applied Sonax PolyNetShield to mine. Super easy on, super easy off, pretty good total protection for several months. |
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