Carbon fiber hood for RS5, S5, A5 B8.5

[xxxaudixxx]

So I've been interested in this since I got my car and have been scouring the interwebs for viable options. I just came across these today and am curious if the A5 hood is the same as the RS5 hood?

13-16-Audi-A5-Eros-Version-1-Dritech-Carbon-Fiber-Body-Kit-Hood
(I dont like the vents in the hood but its an option)


Here is another one but I dont know if it is legit
seiboncarbon.com

What do you guys think? Yay or nay? Also how is painting over carbon fiber? I think I read somewhere to not bother doing it but forget the reason.

[xxxaudixxx]

I sent an email to Extreme Dimensions, the guys that make this hood, asking more info about their product and if there are any plans to make one without vents.

That being said who else would be interested in one for their A5/S5/RS5 given that the hoods are all the same?

[Beast]

it would fit. Same hood

[xxxaudixxx]

My concern is the middle vent and whether or not it would be too deep and make contact with the engine cover

[bknewtype]

seibon is legit

[chrissurfr]

i love the vents

[SLU_S5]

seibon is legit

Not to thread jack, but I’m looking into the same as part of my B8 to B8.5 conversion. I’ve considered going with a Seibon CF hood because I’ve had trouble sourcing a clean OEM one from a salvage yard, and new ones actually cost more. I’ve heard of the brand, but know nothing about it otherwise. Mops said he was unfamiliar when I asked him.

Question when going CF: would it retain the OE latch & hardware? Are hood pins necessary?


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[bknewtype]

Not to thread jack, but I’m looking into the same as part of my B8 to B8.5 conversion. I’ve considered going with a Seibon CF hood because I’ve had trouble sourcing a clean OEM one from a salvage yard, and new ones actually cost more. I’ve heard of the brand, but know nothing about it otherwise. Mops said he was unfamiliar when I asked him.

Question when going CF: would it retain the OE latch & hardware? Are hood pins necessary?


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Seibon has been around for decades. Had it on my g35 coupe

Yes nd no. Depends what u do. They will always recommend hood pins. I had 0 issues without it but ymmv.


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[xxxaudixxx]

So I think I've seen Seibon hoods before but mostly for the B8 models not the B8.5. Anyone here have a B8.5 version of the Seibon cf hood?

[hahnmgh63]

I'm definitely in the market for one too, '13 S5. Bought the car with a little front damage which included the hood. The front Aluminum stock fenders are already incredibly light but the stock steel hood is very heavy so I'd prefer not to go back to OEM too for not a huge difference in price. Group buy?

[GOB]

Anyone know for a fact that the B8.5 A5 and RS5 hoods are identical? I'm about to settle with the insurance agency to repair my car and the Seibon B8.5 carbon hood is A LOT cheaper than the OEM aluminum hood: https://seiboncarbon.com/products.ht...audi-a5-157513

I called Seibon and all I was able to find out is that the hood is an exact replica of an A5 hood (internal bracing and exterior dimensions). Delivery time 8-12 weeks as of today. Person on the phone seemed to be more interested in getting me off the phone than anything else, but hey, their loss.

[HMS]

What sort of weight savings will a CF hood be good for?

[SLU_S5]

Anyone know for a fact that the B8.5 A5 and RS5 hoods are identical? I'm about to settle with the insurance agency to repair my car and the Seibon B8.5 carbon hood is A LOT cheaper than the OEM aluminum hood: https://seiboncarbon.com/products.ht...audi-a5-157513

I called Seibon and all I was able to find out is that the hood is an exact replica of an A5 hood (internal bracing and exterior dimensions). Delivery time 8-12 weeks as of today. Person on the phone seemed to be more interested in getting me off the phone than anything else, but hey, their loss.

Based on my research, B8.5 A/S/RS5 hoods are all the same. Definitely post your review if you get the Seibon hood!

[hahnmgh63]

In the post above GOB say's his RS5 hood is aluminum, is this true? I could believe it for an RS car. The S5 hood is definitely Steel. So Carbon wouldn't be a big weight savings over a probably more rigid (compared to aftermarket carbon hoods) Aluminum hood but a big weight savings for the heavy steel of an A5 or S5. As I posted above the stock A5, S5, RS5 fenders are lightweight aluminum, but the A5/S5 hood is heavy steel.

P.S.
Just looked up part numbers for B8.5 hoods and they (A5, S5, RS5) are all listed as 8T0823029H which would mean the RS5 hood is steel too. Surprising for the RS as my old 2003 RS6 has a Aluminum hood.

[SLU_S5]

Anyone know for a fact that the B8.5 A5 and RS5 hoods are identical? I'm about to settle with the insurance agency to repair my car and the Seibon B8.5 carbon hood is A LOT cheaper than the OEM aluminum hood: https://seiboncarbon.com/products.ht...audi-a5-157513

I called Seibon and all I was able to find out is that the hood is an exact replica of an A5 hood (internal bracing and exterior dimensions). Delivery time 8-12 weeks as of today. Person on the phone seemed to be more interested in getting me off the phone than anything else, but hey, their loss.

Which route did you end up taking for the hood?


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[strzin]

Found these in the deep web

[xxxaudixxx]

^ damn! good find! My only concern was that vent in the middle that dips down. I still havent heard back from the company after sending the email a while back... not a good sign...

[SSSSS5]

I'm looking for a carbon fiber hood also because an OEM replacement is a pain to source, especially in the states. I am looking at this on Alibaba.com No experience buying from them before but looks nice ant they are asking $400 +shipping
https://szczy.en.alibaba.com/product...23034b6doLcDQ2

[SLU_S5]

I'm looking for a carbon fiber hood also because an OEM replacement is a pain to source, especially in the states. I am looking at this on Alibaba.com No experience buying from them before but looks nice ant they are asking $400 +shipping
https://szczy.en.alibaba.com/product...23034b6doLcDQ2

Honestly, I’d just go with the Seibon one. I’ve seen them for as low as $700 shipped. Seibon is a pretty well respected player in the Carbon Hood game from what I’ve been able to gather.

I’ve looked into shipping a bumper cover from alibaba and it quickly became more expensive than buying one stateside.


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[SSSSS5]

Wow, for $700 shipped I'd rather go with a name brand. Any chance you remember where you saw this deal?

[SLU_S5]

Wow, for $700 shipped I'd rather go with a name brand. Any chance you remember where you saw this deal?

I stand corrected, $765 shipped OBO - so you might be able to offer $700 shipped. Looks like the eBay retailer has sold thousands of Seibon products.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/152965979858

Keep us posted!!



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[SSSSS5]

Thanks, for the link. I will!

[SSSSS5]

I offered $700, countered with $745, I countered with $720. We will see if the seller accepts my offer

[SLU_S5]

Good luck! Hope you get it


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[HMS]

I wonder how these stack up in a crash...the OEM hoods have been designed to deflect energy, but I'd imagine carbon would do the same, up to a point at which they explode..

If you get a carbon hood, don't get in a crash.

[SSSSS5]

It's a lot like any corvette crash. The fiber cracks and comes apart but that's the least of your concern when you are running your car into something. With our cars, having a carbon hood will probably not effect safety in the least.

[SSSSS5]

Message from: jrmproseller
"ITEM IS ON BACK ORDER FOR 13 BUSINESS WEEKS WITH A WAITING LIST. "

Yikes..time to keep searching.

[SSSSS5]

UPDATE: Emailed a few companies that all gave me ridiculous lead times. Andy's Auto Sport told me Seibon makes these hoods to order, and do not stock them. They were very helpful relaying this information, and told me they would give me a killer deal to compensate for the lead time. They definitely offered me a killer deal and also cut the shipping cost down. Plan on ordering today. I'll post here again in 4-5 weeks after I get the hood. https://www.andysautosport.com/produ...13AUA5-OE.html

[SLU_S5]

UPDATE: Emailed a few companies that all gave me ridiculous lead times. Andy's Auto Sport told me Seibon makes these hoods to order, and do not stock them. They were very helpful relaying this information, and told me they would give me a killer deal to compensate for the lead time. They definitely offered me a killer deal and also cut the shipping cost down. Plan on ordering today. I'll post here again in 4-5 weeks after I get the hood. https://www.andysautosport.com/produ...13AUA5-OE.html

I’m quite tempted now... May I ask the total cost with this killer deal, including shipping?


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[SSSSS5]

I’m quite tempted now... May I ask the total cost with this killer deal, including shipping?


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I just paid a hair under $750 shipped. I'm not sure how public he want's that though. So feel free to ask for a deal, just don't give him my price as a reference lol. Additionally, they price may fluctuate as my shipping cost is from California to Maine. This is killer to me because trying to source a hood made of any material under $1k for a B8.5 seemed impossible. The search is over finally, just have to wait a while. On the bright side, the long lead time will give me a chance to find a good local paint shop.

[Ape Factory]

If you can, please weigh the OEM and Seibon hood. Really interested in seeing what the weight difference is.

[SSSSS5]

If you can, please weigh the OEM and Seibon hood. Really interested in seeing what the weight difference is.

Sure thing, I'll compare the two when it comes in.

[alex_circa1987]

Any luck on that carbon fiber hood? I need one for my 2013 rs5. Also looking for a carbon fiber rear diffuser. Please help.

[richies5]

I'm tempted as well but would hate for fade to happen like my old seibon hood on my 350z

[stefdds]

Also, be sure to consider a couple of other details: fitment, nothing will fit as good as a OEM piece (period); I can assure you that the gaps will be off and the contour will not be consistent (ie arch of the fender , etc.) . Some of this you will be able to adjust out, and some of it you will have to live with. (don't say I didn't warn you). Second, our cars are high speed cruisers (Autobahn bred) and you may get high speed flutter as air builds up under / or over the hood ; how much depends on your speed, but at over 90-100 mph I'm pretty sure you will notice this movement (and it may be unsettling to you.) ; that's why they recommend hood latches - just in case the factory hardware pulls out of the laminate.
Aluminum would be the way to go, if it exists.
I was in collision repair for 25 years and no composite panel (especially aftermarket) fits like OEM. Also, you may be thinking well we can grind and contour it to fit (body filler etc.) yes, but the shop will charge much extra and it would have to be painted! (ie loss of CF look).

As for safety or crash worthiness, there is no way composite (fiberglass with CF overlay, which is what these panels are) are going to absorb any energy. Steel is made to wrinkle and absorb energy, not tear and break away.

So, with all of that (and I must admit that I have considered these hoods) you just have to decide what you are willing to live with; your most obvious concern will be the FIT ; oh, and one last thing: finish: clear coat has no pigment in it , so therefore it doesn't have the durability of colored paint finishes. Don't expect that clear coated CF to last like your painted finish - oem or a repaint. Clear coat over color is much ,much different than clear all by itself. KEEP your steel hood, just in case you decide to switch back.

Material stability (fiberglass) : For the amount of money these hoods cost (very low) they are hand laid / rolled fiberglass ; mat and resin. In my early working years I was a Laminator. I worked with this material for several years. It is good material, but.... fiberglass never really cures. Oh, its hard to the touch, but on a molecular level it is not as stable as steel or aluminum. So, lets say your piece looks great now, nice and straight, not a ripple in sight. In a year or two you will start to notice ripples as the surface changes (mid year corvettes suffer from this.....especially there hoods). These" CF" hoods are not modern composites (like GM Corvettes etc.) , they are hand laid fiberglass mat and resin and the CF in this case is only for looks. Fiberglass has been around for many , many years (1950's). It is good material , but....on a heat cycled , large flat surface, it will begin to change in its surface quality (ie. flat and straight) as slight ripples begin to appear. So, once again it depends what your expectations are. Just wanted all of you to be aware.

[SSSSS5]

Any luck on that carbon fiber hood? I need one for my 2013 rs5. Also looking for a carbon fiber rear diffuser. Please help.

Ordered the hood, should be ready in September sometime. I'm not in a rush and they gave me a deal so I went through with it. Will update when I receive the hood.

I'm tempted as well but would hate for fade to happen like my old seibon hood on my 350z

That's why I am painting it =]

[xxxaudixxx]

Looking for updates on this. Anyone have it installed yet?

[spense5]

They make this to match body color and keep vents black? now we're talking

[SSSSS5]

Looking for updates on this. Anyone have it installed yet?

I am looking at two weeks left until the ship date. I will reach out to them to see where they are at today.

[SSSSS5]

I am looking at two weeks left until the ship date. I will reach out to them to see where they are at today.

Got in contact... my new Seibon hood will be shipped out 9/4/2018! Updates to come shortly after that.