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Carbon Parts
Over the past several years, it seems that more and more body styling enthusiasts are equipping the exterior and interior of their vehicles with carbon fibre components. It's a unique and unmistakable look that turns heads without fail. Some people have themed their vehicles body styling completely around carbon fibre, even going as far as fabricating custom body parts to express their theme 100%.
In addition to the exceptional show quality look, carbon fibre components offer several other benefits. One of the most advantageous is that no sanding, prepping or painting is required. This is a huge saving considering how much quality paintwork will set you back. Most carbon fibre parts are ready to install right out of the box! They are also protected by a high quality clear coat and UV coating from the manufacturer. All that's needed to keep the original lustre is the same maintenance you would show your vehicles exterior. Regular washing, polishing, and waxing will keep them beautiful for years to come.
Another benefit that carbon fibre offers is a substantial weight savings over factory metal, aftermarket urethane, and even most fibreglass body parts! Just as an example, swapping an OEM steel hood with any carbon fibre bonnet can save over 10 kilos! The weight saving also leads to an increase in performance. A car that weighs less accelerates faster, stops more quickly, gets better mileage, and handles better. The cutting-edge Boeing 787 Dreamliner passenger airplane makes extensive use of ultra-light carbon fibre composites in its construction, using 20 percent less fuel than any other airplane of its size! F1 racecars have been using it for years! Carbon fibre is the perfect match for enthusiasts who are looking to style their vehicles appearance without the hindrance of additional weight. It is by far the most obvious choice for any car that regularly sees a racetrack.
The strength and durability carbon fibre offers is due to its construction. It's manufactured using the same technology and design as modern bulletproof vests. The fibres are tightly woven together in a multi-layer crisscross pattern. A high-strength, yet flexible resin is used between the layers to hold it all together. It is by no means indestructible, but for the most part it will survive the occasional bump on the ground.
