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Old 06-24-10, 12:29 AM
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IS-F Humans,
Does anyone know of a carbon roof cap available for the IS-F? I ask as my car has sustained some hail damage and I'd like a carbon roof to match the carbon bonnet and bootlid I have coming from Seibon.
I spoke to a guy I know that does stuff like that on a one of basis and he can do it to a high standard but was wondering if anyone made one already.
Many Thanks In Advance,
Jeff
Old 06-24-10, 05:42 AM
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None exist, unfortunately, otherwise I would already bought one for my 2IS. Custom is the way to go.

And get the Seibon fenders while you're at it.
Old 06-24-10, 05:47 AM
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you can try using carbon fiber wrapping vinyl im also thinking about going this route its cheaper and if you get bored of it rip it out...ive seen some guy also wrap there whole car now in different color
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Guys,
I wrapped the roof on my IS200 with 3M, but I want real carbon this time. My guy asked if there would be a market for carbon roof caps? I know they sell a few of them for G35s?
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^^^ I'd get one, but I can't even imagine the shipping from Australia.
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best bet would be get real cf and have someone who is good with working with fiberglass/cf and have them skin your roof with it and resin. then clear it.
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^^^ Agreed.
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Guys,
I'm currently arranging with my Lexus dealer to get an undented IS250 to take the mould from. Will put up some pics of mine when its done and you can see what you think. My guy does a lot of the high end drag stuff in Australia - 5 second rails, door-slammers that type of thing.
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Sounds good, Jeff - keep us updated!
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i want one lol. seriously..
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