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Being light and looking slick are two of the most notable things about carbon fiber hoods. The rigidness of carbon fiber car hoods is yet another reason to install one. This performance addition is normally overlooked. Carbon hood manufacturers like DG Motorsports, VIS, Vfiber, Carbon Creations, JSP, and the Seibon carbon fiber hood company have mastered the art of weaving together the stretched out strands of carbon fiber to make carbon fiber hoods that are stronger than steel, but much lighter.

In terms of weight, carbon fiber hoods weigh much less than their factory installed counterparts. Since steel is what primarily comprises OEM hoods, they are very heavy. By installing a carbon fiber car hood, 40 to 50 pounds can potentially be taken off the total weight of the car. When a carbon hood is installed, acceleration times will definitely be faster!

Another benefit of carbon fiber hoods is improved handling. Although very light, a hood made of carbon fiber will still boast great strength and rigidness due to reduced weight in the front of the vehicle near the tires. The effect is better balance; which makes driving easier.

Further looks and performance boasts can be achieved with a custom carbon fiber hood. Aggressive vent design and placement can increased air to the intake or intercooler. Aerodynamics can be augmented with creative body designs and curvature.

When looking at carbon fiber hoods, definitely pay attention to whether or not a layer of UV protection is built in or not. The grade of the carbon fiber used is also important in the quality of the carbon fiber hood produced. Definitely ensure that the carbon fiber used is of grade A quality strands, weaving, and composites.

Several options are available for a custom carbon fiber hood. One option is to go with an EVO style hood that has vents and aggressive styling additions that surpass the OEM factory hood. Color is another feature that can be customized. Two of the most popular colors are a red carbon fiber hood and a silver carbon fiber hood. Vents or a carbon fiber hood scoop are other popular additions. Carbon fiber hood pins are yet another detail that can be added!

Carbon fiber car hoods are definitely not cheap – custom carbon fiber hoods, included. Cheap carbon fiber car hoods CAN be found though, like for the Scion TC or Integra by Acura. The import scene most likely saw the first carbon hood on an Acura in the form of an Integra carbon fiber hood.

Also, the fact that carbon fiber hoods are manufactured with CARBON FIBER is great, as well. The sleek, texture definitely adds that extra element of style to any car. If you want to get the show car look or actually want to benefits of lighter weight, better aerodynamics and handling, carbon fiber hoods are where it’s at. 

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