Benefits of Carbon Fiber Hoods

Benefits of Carbon Fiber Hoods

If you own a Subaru, you have many reasons to be proud of your ride. Many Subaru owners cite its high ratings from the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.) Other Subaru owners choose its sporty and rugged exterior and appreciate its interior comfort and sufficient storage space. In short, there is a reason that Subaru commercials stress “love” as the reason its owners purchase their cars.

Many Subaru owners have enjoyed updating the exteriors of their cars to fit their vision of how they perceive their cars. One popular upgrade for sleek, sporty Subaru WRX 2015 owners is to replace its standard hood with a carbon fiber hood. They may want their cars’ appearance to stand out, but here are some of the other reasons to order a carbon fiber hood for your Subaru WRX 2015.

 

Understanding Carbon Fiber Material

Carbon fiber consists of long, thin strands of carbon. The thin diameter of each strand belies its tensile strength. Carbon fiber is resistant to high temperatures and exhibits low thermal expansion. Its sleek appearance adds unmistakable panache to your Subaru.

 

Weight Reduction and Performance Improvement

A standard steel car hood can add hundreds of pounds to the weight of your car – and that can’t help but slow you down. You'll notice your car's smooth, seamless performance by choosing a carbon fiber hood instead of a steel hood.

 

Improved Heat Dissipation

The styling of Subaru’s carbon fiber hoods includes an upward slant over the car's bonnet. This unique design creates a vacuum at the side vents. These vents then become heat extractors that intentionally dissipate heat while driving.

 

Durability and Strength

Carbon fiber is made by heating polyacrylonitrile (a combination of acrylic and nitrate) and solidifying the strands to consolidate carbon into each strand. Carbon fibers are five times as strong as steel and twice as stiff as steel.

 

Ease of Maintenance and Care

Caring for your carbon fiber hood means washing it with mild soap and water and then waxing it to preserve its appearance. A carbon fiber repair kit can repair small chips and cracks. Spraying a UV protectant on your hood will avoid color fading.

 

Subaru Lovers Turn to JD Muscle

Subaru owners looking for upgraded components or other auto parts need a supplier they can rely on for the Subaru car parts they need. JD Muscle was founded in 2015 by Leo and Alex – two Subaru enthusiasts dedicated to providing Subaru car parts. We want to supply the parts you need at affordable prices – while providing customer support and advice to our fellow Subaru devotees.

All our sales are made online, so we have a user-friendly website to help you find the necessary components. We center our business on what we know best: late-model Japanese sports cars. Our administrative headquarters in Warminster, PA, is the place to find support from our staff of car care experts, while our 12,000-square-foot warehouse is a repository of all the Subaru parts you’ll need to keep your ride running. Most available parts can be shipped and arrive at your home in 1 -2 days.

 

Visit Our Website Today for All Your Subaru Needs

If you want to upgrade your car, we can help you accomplish yxour dream. For example, if you’re one of the Subaru WRX 2015 owners looking for a carbon fiber hood – or any other Subaru WRX 2015 parts, we welcome the opportunity to help you stylize your ride. Call us today to talk to someone who understands Subarus – just as you do. You can also visit our website anytime to search for the parts you need or to look for solutions to your Subaru questions.

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