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02-14-2014, 11:04 PM
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Clear vinyl bra
Thinking of trying 3M clear bumper bra for protection. Anyone try any of the ones available?
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02-15-2014, 12:11 AM
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3 M seems to be the product of choice. humfrz |
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02-15-2014, 12:15 AM
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I have my front bumper, hood, and both fenders done. Awesome stuff!
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02-15-2014, 12:20 AM
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I have it all on mine as well. But someone just backed into it so I guess I'll have to get it redone.
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02-15-2014, 01:01 AM
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I have it on bumper, hood, fenders and 2 rear mirrors. Great protection!
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02-15-2014, 02:48 AM
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There are much better films today than 3M. I prefer Xpel Ultimate but Sunktek and Avery are nice too. 3M Scotchgard and Ventureshield were the best 5 years ago but have been surpassed.
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02-15-2014, 10:36 AM
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For my FR-S I have the Xpel Ultimate film. It's a thinner film than the 3M versions so it's even less noticeable than the 3M and it has self healing capabilities to repair small scratches. It gets great reviews and with it's self healing abilities I expect it to remain clear for it's life. I highly recommend using a clear bra if you want some paint protection. |
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02-16-2014, 05:27 PM
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Clear Bra
The 3m comes in a front bumper piece & instl kit for FRS. Does xpel come same way for FRS? One piece? Thanks everyone for all the good info..
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02-16-2014, 06:42 PM
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Got my DIY 3m kit from invisible mask, installed myself with no problem. I would recommend extra set of hands installing front bra.
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02-16-2014, 07:31 PM
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How does washing and waxing work with this kind of a product?
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02-16-2014, 08:16 PM
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02-16-2014, 08:20 PM
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Use a Q-tip with some rubbing alcohol to clean the wax off the edge. Should work like a charm |
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02-17-2014, 07:41 PM
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I do my cars before i even drive them. I wrap the whole hood, fender, front bumper, rockers ( not on the FR-S) cause of stone chip), mirrors, a-pillars, and rear bumper around trunk opening. I do it myself so I wrap the edges so there is no line for the wax to get caught on.
I would recommend the stuff to ANYONE with a new car. Makes cleaning bugs off super easy. I personally use Clearshield by Solargaurd. |
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