Anyone used this Carbon Fiber Wrap??
 

Ok, lets keep the flaming to a minimal on this one, no "rice paper" comments please :thumbs:

Ive been looking at redoing the interior of the Z for a while (just getting tired of the ALL black) and came across this. Its pretty sweet looking and WAY cheaper than actual CF. Ill be using this on some pieces along with some Mercedes Ash on bigger panels.

What cha think... :lurk:

well is there a picture of what the wrap looks like at all?

Or are you referring to 3M's DiNoc carbon fiber vinyl stuff? Because if you are there are several threads where people have wrapped various interior and exterior parts.

I think by the pics you posted that it looks pretty good :rolleyes:

My bad, I copied the link and forgot to post it..

http://www.carbonfiberfilm.com/

I did my interior on my mazda in this stuff. It is really top notch stuff. Looks just like carbon fiber. it takes some skill to get it on right and a lot of patience. A heat gun is your best friend.

Heat gun heat gun? Or would a hair drier have enough output?

Heat gun. It needs to be pretty hot to stretch. Enough to where it burns your fingers.

thanks

Just did two cars at the shop over the past week. Porsche 993 and 2010 Sti

We use the 3m dinoc 1080...it's the most workable stuff considering what it is. Vinyl is a PAIN...especially doing whole cars, but it's manageable. The stuff scuffs easily, so you have to be careful. Looks like dry carbon though, and really catches peoples attention. It's pretty nice.

before

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot..._4838968_n.jpg

after

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...8_180981_n.jpg

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot..._1949150_n.jpg

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot..._4496412_n.jpg

This' is supposed to be an affordable alternative to CF? Not liking it for looks, and poor value. Your car, your cash;enjoy.

Not my cup of tea, but go for it and post pics. Always like to see new things tried :)

One think about it, it can always be removed.

Thanks Arctic. Pics looks good, nice job. Im not really a fan of the "dry" look. Thats why Ive been thinking of doing it and then putting a clear coat down to give it some gloss. Think it should look good with the Ash leather.

3m just came out with glossy.

To those saying poor value...it's better than a bra. 3m guarantees the stuff for 4 years in direct sunlight to remove with no residue. It pays for itself in terms of protecting your stock paint. We wrap exotics and all kinds of sports cars...people that want to get out and drive and not worry about rock chips and damage to the paint love it...plus you can go through color changes as often as you want (or can afford...lol).

to each his own...but it's great protection and 8 out 10 love the look in my experience.

The matte finish and dry look was huge at SEMA this past year. So, it's something that has caught a lot of attention. Personally I think glossy interior pieces are played and it's nice to have an alternative. Try the dry on some pieces...you might really like it. It may not be your cup of tea on the outside, but in my experience luxurious interiors really look luxury/sporty with the dry stuff.

On the Sti we will do the roof as well, then clear vinyl on the bumper. He drives his car year round and paint chips are something he doesn't want.

I've used it on the exterior(tired of looking at the faded targa)...Please no flames, post is strictly to show example.

http://i54.tinypic.com/2zrnbs6.jpg

sablan'01 .. thats cool

Thanks:thumbs: I know its not everyones cup o' tea but like previous posts have said, it can be reversed easily. Targa will be getting re-cleared once CF wrap shows wear.

Carbon Fiber Dash
 

Go to http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...er-wrap-3.html and see my write-up on how I did this.

http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/a.../Image0119.jpg

Thanks guys!! Really appreciate all the support AND PICTURES!!!! :D
I will try it dry first and see what I think. Thanks again, you guys :rock:

Nate Im as eager as you!,come spring I have a project that will be very "unique" :D