Front CF diffuser damaged..


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JEEP SRT
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Guys, I need some input. Just 2 days ago I installed a carbon fiber (that's what they call it) front diffuser on my SRT Jeep. Being too enthusiastic, I used rivets which were one size too small and today the center piece dropped down a few centimeters and I scrapped out the middle part (see picture).

Just bought a carbon fiber repair kit from the site. Will this kit get the job done? Do I need more stuff? Never done such repairs. Or am I way over my head. All input is very welcome and thanks!

John 
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FLD (15/03/2014)
As said it looks like the outer layer is carbon but with glass backing.  Its quite common as it gives 'the look' without the cost.  What appears to have happened is that you've abraded the carbon layer away.  As I see it you have 3 options:

1) Smooth it out and paint it the same colour as your car

2) Smooth it out and carbon skin it (quite labour intensive IME)

3) Smooth it out and wrap it in one of those carbon effect vinyls





Ok, now I'm starting to understand Smile

I think I will try option 3 first. If that does not work I will paint it gloss black.

Another question though. I do have large piece of carbon effect vinyl wrap over here from 3M. How do I proceed? I cut out a piece about the size of the damage and try to match the pattern. Smooth out the damaged surface and stick it on. With what kind of clear coat would you guys suggest I paint it? Just any clear coat? 
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