TechmanBD

I don't have a carbon fiber hood so I really couldn't tell you.

joeyr

I did some research (i.e, Googled) and the most common response I could find is to have your carbon fiber hood clearcoated. Many come clearcoated alreaqdy and if the challenger would have actuallyt had a carbon fiber good it would most likely be cleared is as well. Without that it might get chipped from pebbles, rocks, etc, and then wash and wax it. These two provide a layer of protection to the carbon fiber just like Primer->Paint->Clear->Wax all cover the bodypanel underneath.

Not sure how accurate this is though. If anyone can verify or dispute this please do.

RRUNNER

Thanks for the response. I figured it would be clearcoated but was curious if anyone really knew.

Anyone ever tried a product called Zaino? Corvette owners rave about it. Just curious if anyone here has tried it and what they thought.

jockomikey

Awesome products. I just started using the stuff on my 95 rx7 a few weeks ago and was blown away. First time use is a pain because of the preparation steps involved, but it's well worth it! A Meguires user posted results on the web comparing Meguires and Zaino and concluded they both give the same results. All a matter of opinion and cost I guess.

jockomikey

Here's the Zaino vs Maguires test........click here

TechmanBD

And ease of getting the stuff. I don't recall seeing Zaino at the local auto parts store where I get my stuff.

BootCamp

Been using Zaino's for three years now - Meguiar's before that.

Jeremiah 29:11

Guys be sure you don't get confused between wax and polish. A wax makes it shine, while a polish removes scratches by giving it microscratches
that the eye cannot see. They do both protect but are very different forumulas.

I would use a wax on a new car or a car which has a good clearcoat intact.

A polish is better for and older car that needs its paint rejuvenated and scratches removed.

I clearcoat on my pickup truck is in such good condition, I would never use a polish on it. My 1999 Ford Taurus still has a great clearcoat because I wax it 4 times a year.

FYI - I used to use a vinyl wax on my old Challenger and when I sold ( it was 8 years old) it the roof was still shiney and not 1 crack was in it from rotting.
Vinyl roofs were bad about cracking because they would dry rot.

RoswellGrey

OK, Jeremiah, you've convinced me: the '09 will be Plum Crazy -- with a black vinyl top.

Jeremiah 29:11

That would be a very nice color combination. I have not heard about vinyl roofs coming back.