Hood got owned...options?
11-16-2005, 04:43 PM
#1
Hood got owned...options?
Alright, My moron sister decided that she would brush the snow off of my car. Fair enough. She did it with a window scraper.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
11-16-2005, 04:49 PM
#3
Originally Posted by RockfordMax
Alright, My moron sister decided that she would brush the snow off of my car. Fair enough. She did it with a window scraper.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
linky no worky..
that'll buff right out
11-16-2005, 05:09 PM
#9
Yeah. The training I got at Lexus will help a bit here, but its ironic that it happens after i quit, and lose access to probably the best detailing bay ive ever seen 
Where'd you get your hood soufmax? does it come in a tinted color somewhat matching black emerald?
Where'd you get your hood soufmax? does it come in a tinted color somewhat matching black emerald?
11-16-2005, 05:28 PM
#12
How is fitment? Obviously hood pins are a must, seeing as how the stock latch is prone to failure (or so i hear) What do you do for the struts, Just not use them? (i'd think they are way too strong for a lightened hood..) Finally, how much did it cost you? Thanks so far guys, your making this situation a bit less stressful!
11-16-2005, 05:31 PM
#13
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I wouldn't even know what kind of emotion to display if my sister did that. If it makes you feel any better, last winter I told my sister to go scrape the ice off my windshield before I dropped her off at school. I told her NOT to use water because of a small crack I had neglected on the driver side. Well, she decided to be lazy and use hot water anyway and it turned into a nice spider-web.
, Then steal her money and buy a CF hood and call it quits 
11-16-2005, 05:37 PM
#16
hahaha didnt kill her, but gave her a good lecture on respecting other people's property ( i scraped up her doll house with said window scraper)
Saying that, I used hot water to take care of the ice , and when the ice went away, i noticed the scratches. It actually works very well, assuming you dont destroy anything because of the heat change. AND IT DOESNT SCRATCH YOUR PAINT....yada yada i sent an email to carbon EFX, if all goes good they have a new customer!
Saying that, I used hot water to take care of the ice , and when the ice went away, i noticed the scratches. It actually works very well, assuming you dont destroy anything because of the heat change. AND IT DOESNT SCRATCH YOUR PAINT....yada yada i sent an email to carbon EFX, if all goes good they have a new customer!
11-16-2005, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by RockfordMax
hahaha didnt kill her, but gave her a good lecture on respecting other people's property ( i scraped up her doll house with said window scraper)
Saying that, I used hot water to take care of the ice , and when the ice went away, i noticed the scratches. It actually works very well, assuming you dont destroy anything because of the heat change. AND IT DOESNT SCRATCH YOUR PAINT....yada yada i sent an email to carbon EFX, if all goes good they have a new customer!
Saying that, I used hot water to take care of the ice , and when the ice went away, i noticed the scratches. It actually works very well, assuming you dont destroy anything because of the heat change. AND IT DOESNT SCRATCH YOUR PAINT....yada yada i sent an email to carbon EFX, if all goes good they have a new customer!
It fits perfectly and the weave pattern is great. You have to take off your hood struts... I sold mine on the Org for $25. The hood latch doesn't catch the lock all the way so you definitely need some hood pins or you have to modify the latch a little bit. You also don't have the holes for windshield fluid so you need to drill some holes. I think that's about it. Looks good after it's done.
11-16-2005, 06:28 PM
#18
can you get a CF hood painted to match body color?
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
11-16-2005, 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by the_3d_man
can you get a CF hood painted to match body color?
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
11-17-2005, 05:06 AM
#22
Well it does need it, but thats another thing thats pushing me toward a CF hood, the lack of "paint" to chip! Ill think about it more today, really its a coinflip, either way i'd be happy.
11-17-2005, 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by 96nismomaxi
wooo hoooo its time
get a carbon fiber one from VIS
they rox
and leave it the cf look it is so clean
get a carbon fiber one from VIS
they rox
and leave it the cf look it is so clean
Originally Posted by the_3d_man
can you get a CF hood painted to match body color?
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
or is this hard to do? I like the look but I don't want my car to stand out (let's face it CF hood says Rice). not that I will do it now. But maybe in the future (or if anything ever happens to my stock hood).
you should be banned for saying that.
11-17-2005, 08:17 AM
#24
Originally Posted by kormax97
I got mine for little over $400... and came with free carbon fiber eyelids. =)
It fits perfectly and the weave pattern is great. You have to take off your hood struts... I sold mine on the Org for $25. The hood latch doesn't catch the lock all the way so you definitely need some hood pins or you have to modify the latch a little bit. You also don't have the holes for windshield fluid so you need to drill some holes. I think that's about it. Looks good after it's done.
It fits perfectly and the weave pattern is great. You have to take off your hood struts... I sold mine on the Org for $25. The hood latch doesn't catch the lock all the way so you definitely need some hood pins or you have to modify the latch a little bit. You also don't have the holes for windshield fluid so you need to drill some holes. I think that's about it. Looks good after it's done.
I have a Carbon EFX Hood as well. I think I was the first to buy one. There are some pics on my cardomain page. I picked up some slightly worn hood struts and they work perfect. I didnt drill out holes for the washer nozzles. I just got used to cleaning my windsheild when ever I stop at a gas station. Definately get some hood pins. Carbon EFX might offer a green carbon fiber weave, you will need to check their website. I have installed 2 of these now and both with out a hitch. The hood pins are by far the most nerve racking part. I can post up some tips if you want.
11-17-2005, 08:19 AM
#25
Originally Posted by kormax97
VIS don't sell CF hoods for our cars.
11-17-2005, 02:27 PM
#29
Hello RockfordMax:
Sorry to hear about your hood. Had a similar experience, but had my hood repaired. BTW, if you decide to purchase a CF hood and remove the hood struts, I would be willing to purchase them if they are in good shape. Do you know when they were last replaced? Mine are starting to go -- I am in Chgo, but drive out near Rockford occasionally. Let me know either way and good luck.
Sorry to hear about your hood. Had a similar experience, but had my hood repaired. BTW, if you decide to purchase a CF hood and remove the hood struts, I would be willing to purchase them if they are in good shape. Do you know when they were last replaced? Mine are starting to go -- I am in Chgo, but drive out near Rockford occasionally. Let me know either way and good luck.
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11-17-2005, 05:56 PM
#32
Originally Posted by culejoe
yea dont waist the time trying to fix the damage just get CF and paint it..... i dont like the body color not matching my hook either......
11-18-2005, 01:30 AM
#33
Originally Posted by kormax97
you should be banned for saying that.
Not to say that I can't appreciate one... but not many can, especially on a family sedan.
11-18-2005, 04:55 AM
#34
Well the reason i'd get it is to save the cost of painting, so that would completely defeat the purpose. I dont really call rice on any car with a CF hood, because i guarantee it cost more than 300 bucks. What i call rice is civics,etc. with their hoods painted flat black, so it LOOKS like cf until you get right up to it. Very cool
11-18-2005, 06:54 AM
#35
Originally Posted by RockfordMax
Alright, My moron sister decided that she would brush the snow off of my car. Fair enough. She did it with a window scraper.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
Now what can I do about this? I assume it will cost a ton to repaint, seeing as how 70% of these go through the primer, and buffing doesnt fix that... Carbon Fiber hood would be another alternative, but I cant find any from a reputable place, so what do you guys recommend? Help is greatly appreciated in advance! Thanks.
honestly...have her pay.
11-18-2005, 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted by MorpheusZero
CF is nice, but it's well played out by now. Are you saying that if you saw a Camry or Accord with a CF hood you wouldn't call rice? Maximas are much quicker, but not many people know that. I would personally paint the CF hood if I got it... it just attracts too much unwanted attention. Knowing you have a CF hood and aren't showing it off though (painting it)... that's what I'd call badass.
Not to say that I can't appreciate one... but not many can, especially on a family sedan.
Not to say that I can't appreciate one... but not many can, especially on a family sedan.
what is the point on having a cf hood and completely covered with paint? why not just get another stock hood then for cheaper? to save 15lbs?... like you said, it's a family car.
but then again... i'm a carbon fiber freak. once you go cf, you can't go back.
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