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Paint or wrap my replacement hood?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by xguntherc, Mar 24, 2024.

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Mar 24, 2024 at 9:20 AM

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Icon Stage 5, Nexen Roadian MTX, Fuel KB43 Block wheels, Baja Design XL 80s, Baja Squad Pro WC fogs, TacoVinyl grill, "dudebro" lights, Prinsu rack, trail rash pinstripes, BAMF hybrid bumper, sliders, and LCA skids, and a few other things I can't think of.

So the hood on my 2011 is in rough shape. A really nasty dust storm I drove through added swirls, dozens of chips, and hundreds of microchips that are all slowly getting bigger and worse. Cracked my windshield, etc. Not cool.

I just got a replacement hood that's likely got that black e-coating on it, looks a little glossier than your typical primer, but is still kinda matte black. Now what?

Can I wrap over the factory coating? Or, can I have a shop add a clear coat or sealant to the e-coating and call it a day? I'm ok with the matte black and don't need it to match the black of my truck. I'd probably do a matte black wrap to help with glare.

Thoughts on my next step?

xguntherc, Mar 24, 2024

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