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Old Jul 19, 2002 | 05:09 AM
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My spoon carbon fiber lip got a little scratched up on the front. I was just wondering if there would be any possible way to fix the carbon fiber. If not, how could i go about fixing these scratches, or can i not? Any info appreciated. Thanks.
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Old Jul 22, 2002 | 02:25 AM
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if the scratches aren't too deep that it goes down to the fibes, some polishing compound would take care of it.
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Old Jul 25, 2002 | 06:55 PM
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what if it is down to the fibes? no possible way?
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Old Jul 25, 2002 | 09:59 PM
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not really sure and i don't wanna give you false info but here's a thought. how bout that clear epoxy they use for crafts and stuff like that? i've seen them cover up wood and whatnot and it gives it that glossy clear looks. maybe you can get some of that and fill in the scratches and then just sand & polish. not sure but i think its worth a try
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Old Jul 26, 2002 | 06:38 PM
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yes you can patch it. you will need to get a clear resin for cf. then sand hte scratches and put the new resing int he scratch. then you will have to sand down the resin patch till it's flush wiht the rest of the lip. the sand and buff the lip. can be done but that right there take at least 2 days. i would just fill it in with generic resin and then sand and paint it.
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Old Jul 26, 2002 | 09:29 PM
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Does anyone know how to repair holes from hood pins? I have a hood that I got for free and don't want the hood pins BTW.
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