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Old 06-22-2017, 09:45 PM
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Hello Folks, I am thinking about doing all the covers in my engine bay in either Carbon Fiber, or, painted to match the pewter metallic exterior. I am also going to do polished stainless caps for all fluids, and braided stainless hoses and wires.

If anyone has either treatment, and photos, please post them here!

I know the CF is a little more expensive, but that is okay as far as my budget goes.

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Old 06-22-2017, 11:58 PM
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I first went with car color, didn't like it !!!


then went black !!!
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I have to agree with Pounder. Gotta go black, and carbon, and maybe a little chrome thrown in for good measure.



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Mt pewter vette has so much carbon that I painted some, so that the
carbon would not get overwhelming.


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Some very beautiful engine bays above! I'm thinking about switching up and going with pewter fender covers and carbon fiber tanks. I have a new carbon fiber/stainless brake fluid cover and batter/fuse box cover on the way. Here is where I am currently.


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Originally Posted by mstromquist
That carbon fiber intake cover brings back memories.

I designed and made the prototype mold for it back in 2006. From there it was sold by a single vendor and at this point it's distributed by several vendors both in fiberglass or carbon & kevlar.

Also made the molds for the master cylinder cover and some other pieces like the cap covers.
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WOW! Some beautiful engine bay treatments! I am getting inspired!

Thank You all who contributed so far...

Keep Em' coming!
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These are some beautiful engine bays!!! Lots of work, but looks really good.
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Originally Posted by ~Josh
That carbon fiber intake cover brings back memories.

I designed and made the prototype mold for it back in 2006. From there it was sold by a single vendor and at this point it's distributed by several vendors both in fiberglass or carbon & kevlar.

Also made the molds for the master cylinder cover and some other pieces like the cap covers.
Thanks for your contribution. Mine have been on for years and they still look great.

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