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By C4RBON94 - 4/16/2019 8:29:08 PM

Hey guys,

Just a quick question as to whether I would need to add lacquer to a carbon skinned part that will be on the outside of the car, such as a grille, or whether the resin is "tough" enough on its own?

Tia
By SleepingAwake - 4/18/2019 10:19:57 AM

 
C4RBON94 - 4/18/2019 8:43:16 AM
 
Lester Populaire - 4/16/2019 9:28:11 PM
 
C4RBON94 - 4/16/2019 8:29:08 PM
Hey guys,

Just a quick question as to whether I would need to add lacquer to a carbon skinned part that will be on the outside of the car, such as a grille, or whether the resin is "tough" enough on its own?

Tia


Yes for aesthetic parts i would definitely recommend a clear coat as to protect from UV radiation and moisture.

Ok xheche, is there specific clear coat to use or just something like normal clear lacquer?

For automotive applcaapplic i would use an automotive clearcoat. I'm using a 2k PU system from a local supplier. Not an expert on that stuff, just talk to the guys in the paint shop.