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DIY: Carbon Fiber Wrap(lots of pics)

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Old 07-31-09, 04:20 PM
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hey can anyone explain in alittle more detail how to wrap the cup holder lid? anything would be appreciated!
Old 08-04-09, 01:30 PM
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CF really looks nice with your interior
Old 08-05-09, 08:57 AM
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yeah, any really close up on where the cup holder is? and perhaps the shift gate area?

I am thinking of using their silver CF fabric to make it look like the F?

and this looks like a good solution for the 6MT guys!!!
Old 08-05-09, 10:41 AM
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very nicely done! this is gonna be one of my many future mods
Old 08-05-09, 10:52 AM
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it looks nice but it kinda looks like its being pushed up by the window switches on the doors...is it? or am i just seeing it wrong?
Old 08-13-09, 08:17 PM
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is there any way to take the handles off on the door? the silver plastic part?
Old 12-03-09, 10:04 PM
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I have a question, hopefully someone has some insight on. I just bought the wrap, but because we have to use adhesive, would this make applying the wrap irreversible once applied? I'm just afraid there might be permanent damage to my console and door panels if I messed up or decided I didn't like it, so I'm considering buying a used interior console and door panels. Just trying to be cost effective and give myself peace of mind at the same time. Thanks in advance for any inputs.
Old 12-03-09, 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
I have a question, hopefully someone has some insight on. I just bought the wrap, but because we have to use adhesive, would this make applying the wrap irreversible once applied? I'm just afraid there might be permanent damage to my console and door panels if I messed up or decided I didn't like it, so I'm considering buying a used interior console and door panels. Just trying to be cost effective and give myself peace of mind at the same time. Thanks in advance for any inputs.
on silver trim it is NOT reversible ... according to many, it comes right off the wood trim since there is a clear coat on it...
Old 12-04-09, 12:33 AM
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Originally Posted by GiantsFan
on silver trim it is NOT reversible ... according to many, it comes right off the wood trim since there is a clear coat on it...
Perfect, thanks!
Old 12-04-09, 08:52 AM
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definitely not reversible on the silver...not sure on the wood
Old 12-04-09, 03:05 PM
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100% reversible for the wood trim. It's already cleared. I just finished removed my wrap completely with just goo gone and it looks just as new. I am currently in the process of rewrapping it with the 3M. 2 trim pieces done so far lol...
Old 12-04-09, 06:36 PM
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very good diy.. thanks!
Old 12-07-09, 07:54 AM
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Truciet,
I bought the 3M stuff too, but haven't had a chance to re-wrap anything. What did you use to get the old adhesive off, just goo gone?

Thanks

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100% reversible for the wood trim. It's already cleared. I just finished removed my wrap completely with just goo gone and it looks just as new. I am currently in the process of rewrapping it with the 3M. 2 trim pieces done so far lol...
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Originally Posted by isthrizzy
Truciet,
I bought the 3M stuff too, but haven't had a chance to re-wrap anything. What did you use to get the old adhesive off, just goo gone?

Thanks
I stripped the old wrap completely just by pulling it off slowly. After the first piece, I noticed since it was already cleared, I didn't have to peel it slowly. I just ripped it off. Once I stripped it, I put the pieces in the sink and dripped the goo gone on it completely and let it settle for about 2-3 minutes. After that, I used a cloth and it wiped away completely. After that, I soaked it with water with soap to clean it. Good as new

You have the silver trim though...I would imagine even stripping the old wrap would peel your trim? I would hate to see what goo gone would do to it??
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