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So I wrapped my center counsel in carbon

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Old 03-20-10, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by montgb
If he used 3M DiNOC, the problem is that it won't match the texture and shine of the CF hood. A painted black roof would look better, imo.

EDIT: Is the roof already covered or painted? Looks like it might be from the last pic.
That is correct the 3m has a dry carbon look but you could always spray a clear over the 3m to give it more of a shine.
Old 03-20-10, 07:25 AM
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i been working with the 3m stuff but dont have any real cf. How would you say they look next to each other? Can you take any pix?? I wonder if 3m with clear coat will look super close to cf??
Old 03-20-10, 07:26 AM
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Originally Posted by windex
you didnt remove the pieces to do that did you? I dont like how it continues up to the arm rest IMO I think you should just slip a razor in between there and remove that piece... did you purposely wrap the center console and sliding tray in different directions? and that cup holder is a ***** to wrap cleanly... that took me a few trys to get perfect
definitely has the potential to look great though
I did remove the pieces it took about 3 mins to remove. I though the 3m running up the armrest would be a unique touch. and yes it was purposely done in two directions (I like contrast).
Old 03-20-10, 07:45 AM
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I have been meaning to do that for about 4-5 months now
Old 03-20-10, 05:19 PM
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I like it all but the hood, Im just not into hood scoops nor CF hoods (too tuner, okay on a civic not a IS). The inside is sick, and the trim below the doors looks good also. Is your roof CF or is it painted?
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I had the hood thing done with MRM a lonnggggg time ago
Old 03-20-10, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by stevejones
I like it all but the hood, Im just not into hood scoops nor CF hoods (too tuner, okay on a civic not a IS). The inside is sick, and the trim below the doors looks good also. Is your roof CF or is it painted?
The roof is painted and the hoods vents work great for cooling. I actually get a little better mileage not much but its great for long trips.

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Old 03-20-10, 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Robs IS250
I have been meaning to do that for about 4-5 months now
Oh man u gotta get to it !!! It changes the Interior look dramatically. It would compliment all the carbon you got.
Old 03-20-10, 08:54 PM
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looks unique, You need new shoes though! What side skirts are those?
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Originally Posted by 2slow
Where did you learn how to spell?

Console <---Spelled like that
Whew. I was hoping he didn't wrap his lawyer in CF...
Old 03-21-10, 10:21 AM
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the center console looks cool i like it
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and you say you DIDNT go crazy with carbon fiber?! haha console, sideskirts, and hood
Old 03-22-10, 05:42 AM
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Hmm i'll see if i order some later this week.... I need to start working on my interior
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A little update to the interior with some more wrapping. I thought it would intresting so I wrapped my bezel and door handles (interior).
Attached Thumbnails So I wrapped my center counsel in carbon-img_4537-1.jpg   So I wrapped my center counsel in carbon-img_4538-3.jpg  
Old 07-31-10, 08:50 PM
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