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      02-11-2012, 12:00 PM   #1
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I just learned about these clear bras. Any opinions on these? Any recommendations? How much? Thanks. New to forum... thanks for the info..
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      02-11-2012, 12:07 PM   #2
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I think I have venture shield which is actually a 3M product? I like it.

The key is the install...not so much the product. Find a good local installer and let them explain the product to you. They come with various warranties as well depending on the shop.
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I like no bra, personally...
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Yeah, but clear isn't too bad either.
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      02-11-2012, 03:05 PM   #7
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I just learned about these clear bras. Any opinions on these? Any recommendations? How much? Thanks. New to forum... thanks for the info..
I have SpeedFilm & like it very much ... almost invisible on my dark car ... on a light one I would think totally invisible
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LOL!!!! Very good Mike!

3M for me - first car I had with one, awesome!
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Clear bra is the way to go
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      02-11-2012, 04:38 PM   #11
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Do the full hood, fenders and front bumper and use someone who custom cuts it NOT uses the pre-cut kits. I had to have my car re-done I was so unhappy.
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Clear bras

Definitely a must have if you do lots of hi-way driving... As noted, the installer is the key....
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I highly recommend Sean@Ultimate Shield. Amazing work, honest/fair guy, and he's local to you. Prices vary by amount of coverage, I recommend the Xpel Ultimate film. A little under 2 grand for a full frontal wrap.
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Thanks for the info guys...
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      02-12-2012, 12:55 PM   #15
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You can see nipples through them very easily.
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      02-12-2012, 02:00 PM   #17
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If stone chips bother you then do it for sure.

Dont do half the hood though do the entire hood.
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Clear bra is good if you love the color of your car and do a lot of highway driving,
the installer is very key!

I really don't like when people do the half hoods, you could see the seems and it doesn't look good

Id rather do a wrap so i can change up the color every year, not as protective, but still protects your paint
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