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joecivic · 11-28-2006, 08:49 PM

carbon fiber hood yes or no

eg6sir · 11-28-2006, 09:18 PM

we cant make decisions for you..

joecivic · 11-29-2006, 05:36 PM

just trying to get some opions

eg6sir · 11-29-2006, 05:39 PM

some will say yes.. some will say no.. its all personal preference.. if you like it, get it.. if you dont.. well.. then dont.. easy as that

joecivic · 11-29-2006, 06:06 PM

do you write this everyone that has a poll too

Citizen_Insane · 11-29-2006, 06:08 PM

I think he's pointing to the fact that most people here will ask questions based on quantitative data, rather than qualitative opinions. We don't care if you like CF or not. It is lighter than steel, yes, but it is also more brittle. Is saving 20 lbs off the front of your car worth $300? That's a question only you can answer for yourself.

joecivic · 11-29-2006, 06:15 PM

my car was backed into and the hoods all f-ed up now Im trying to decide if I should just get it fixed or take the $600 and by a cf hood

eg6sir · 11-29-2006, 06:18 PM

if insurance is paying for it.. i say go for it..

joecivic · 11-29-2006, 06:21 PM

the people already gave me cash

eg6sir · 11-29-2006, 06:33 PM

perfect time to upgrade then.. you should have stated that in your first post.. it woulda made things easier

fasterimage · 11-29-2006, 11:36 PM

upgrade....save on paint!

White Ice · 12-01-2006, 11:40 AM

Go for the CF, It looks pretty cool and as said before it will save you a few bucks on paint. You might also take a little time and look around to try and find a deal on the hood. I got my hood from a friend of a friend that totaled his sedan. The thing only eneded up costing me $150.00 and there was like no damage. You can check all sorts of places like the classifieds of the various boards, e-bay, and craig's list.

Good hunting!!!

joecivic · 12-01-2006, 05:52 PM

the only problem with finding a used hood is the paint wont match and I dont feel like painting that shit.I just finished painting the car like a month ago, Im just going to buy a CF hood

White Ice · 12-03-2006, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joecivic

the only problem with finding a used hood is the paint wont match and I dont feel like painting that shit.I just finished painting the car like a month ago, Im just going to buy a CF hood

I was talking about finding a good CF hood used. Like I said mine only cost $150.00. That is a lot better than the $300.00- $500.00 they are new. I deffinitely would look at getting the CF not another steel hood.

joecivic · 12-07-2006, 05:33 PM

ohhh thats a good idea where did u get yours I just dont want someones used f-ed up stuff

White Ice · 12-15-2006, 11:19 PM

I actually got mine from a friend of mine. He has a truck acc. shop and has been into the import ( more specifically Honda) scene for about 10-12years. When someone has something they need / want to sell they let him know. He knew I needed a hood and let me know when he found out. I would check craig's list or another local classifieds site. Also just talk to your friends and their friends let them know what you need if they come across something they will be able to let you know. The other option is e-bay, just be careful to know what you are buying.

11-28-2006, 08:49 PM	#1
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	carbon fiber carbon fiber hood yes or no

11-29-2006, 06:08 PM	#6
Citizen_Insane Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 3,698 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 49	I think he's pointing to the fact that most people here will ask questions based on quantitative data, rather than qualitative opinions. We don't care if you like CF or not. It is lighter than steel, yes, but it is also more brittle. Is saving 20 lbs off the front of your car worth $300? That's a question only you can answer for yourself. __________________ No tech questions through PM please! B16 CRX....you will be missed

11-29-2006, 11:36 PM	#11
fasterimage 2 SLOW CREW Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: State College, PA Age: 23 Posts: 124 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 88 Hatch and a harley Rep Power: 6	upgrade....save on paint! __________________ 2 Slow Crew Racing 88 Civic Hatch- TURBO H22 swap

12-01-2006, 11:40 AM	#12
White Ice Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 8 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 0	Go for the CF, It looks pretty cool and as said before it will save you a few bucks on paint. You might also take a little time and look around to try and find a deal on the hood. I got my hood from a friend of a friend that totaled his sedan. The thing only eneded up costing me $150.00 and there was like no damage. You can check all sorts of places like the classifieds of the various boards, e-bay, and craig's list. Good hunting!!! __________________ Michael 97 Civic Coupe 99 Front end conversion, CF Hood, Projector Headlights, 17" MB Motoring Ammo Wheels, AEM CAI, Massair Headers, 2.5" cat back Exhaust, RSX Leather Seats And Coming soon....... Power Door Conversion, including windows, locks, and mirrors.

12-15-2006, 11:19 PM	#16
White Ice Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 8 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 0	I actually got mine from a friend of mine. He has a truck acc. shop and has been into the import ( more specifically Honda) scene for about 10-12years. When someone has something they need / want to sell they let him know. He knew I needed a hood and let me know when he found out. I would check craig's list or another local classifieds site. Also just talk to your friends and their friends let them know what you need if they come across something they will be able to let you know. The other option is e-bay, just be careful to know what you are buying. __________________ Michael 97 Civic Coupe 99 Front end conversion, CF Hood, Projector Headlights, 17" MB Motoring Ammo Wheels, AEM CAI, Massair Headers, 2.5" cat back Exhaust, RSX Leather Seats And Coming soon....... Power Door Conversion, including windows, locks, and mirrors.


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11-29-2006, 05:36 PM	#3
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	just trying to get some opions

11-29-2006, 06:06 PM	#5
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	do you write this everyone that has a poll too

11-29-2006, 06:15 PM	#7
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	my car was backed into and the hoods all f-ed up now Im trying to decide if I should just get it fixed or take the $600 and by a cf hood

11-29-2006, 06:21 PM	#9
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	the people already gave me cash

12-01-2006, 05:52 PM	#13
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	the only problem with finding a used hood is the paint wont match and I dont feel like painting that shit.I just finished painting the car like a month ago, Im just going to buy a CF hood

12-07-2006, 05:33 PM	#15
joecivic asst.region manager Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: baltimore Age: 26 Posts: 152 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 94 honda civic Rep Power: 6	ohhh thats a good idea where did u get yours I just dont want someones used f-ed up stuff

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