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Old 12-17-2007, 01:56 PM
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Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

Hi all! my topic is all about protecting my cf hood againts florida sunshine. ( heat, uv etc...)


The hood is not gonna be painted only clear coated... and i want to know what should i use for protecting it and keep the look for years.

sealer, wax???? which one is the best FOR protecting my cf hood against florida sunshine?
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

either a pure wax or pure sealant should work well.
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

Since it's clear coat treat the same as you would painted panels
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

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Since it's clear coat treat the same as you would painted panels
ok ok..



i know i could use either wax or sealer but i just want to know which on is the better in my case...


u know.. cf hood.. uc protection etc... so wax or sealant? which brand? which pecific product?
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

I guess a sealant offers long term protection. I like wolfgang or Klasse.
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

never been any true proof that one protects better than the other, just that sealants usually have a longer lifespan.
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Re: Protecting CF hood from Florida sunshine?

thanx!! i will try the sealant! applying once every month is fine, right?

usually i wash my car every week...
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