Clear Bra in Kentucky

Juano11 · 02-10-2009, 06:57 PM

I realize that this is a shot in the dark, but...

Can anyone recommend a shop to have a clear bra applied in the Louisville, KY/Southern IN area?

It seems to me that the skill of the applicator is critically important with the quality of the clear bra, so I don't want to go to just anyone.

Many Thanks!

ColoCane · 02-15-2009, 04:08 PM

Hey Juano11... go back to the regional page... on the forum, KY is listed in the 'USA - Southeast' regional page. Might get a better response there!

Good luck.

smokinjoe64 · 02-15-2009, 04:43 PM

Just want to suggest you use nothing other than a 3M product regardless of who applies. I can attest from multiple BMW applications. Many other products have proven to yellow over time, especially if you have to wash frequently.

ColoCane · 02-15-2009, 04:44 PM

There's a long thread on this... do a search. A lot of varying opinions.

smokinjoe64 · 02-15-2009, 06:07 PM

...believe me 3M clear bra products are the only way to go... period!

ColoCane · 02-15-2009, 07:15 PM

I do believe you, just stating the beauty of the forum is vetting different opinions.

Check out: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=182830 "Clear Bra Installation amd Maintenance".

It discusses 3M Scotchgard PPF, 3M ClearMask, Venture Shield Ultra, and this newer stuff Xpel Technologies PPF (apparently used for the leading edge of helicopter rotors). Take a look at the thread, would love to know your thoughts as my car will be here in a month and I'll be doing clear bra and tint. Thanks, Smokinjoe64

htp autoworks · 02-15-2009, 11:19 PM

I will not install 3M... there are much better products out there such as VentureSheild and ClearMask AR. 3M has entirely too much orange peel in it and looks terrible on a car.

cmjohns6 · 03-05-2010, 01:00 AM

Try Clear Bra of Louisville, 502-235-1700. they did my dads 335i and it looks great!

02-10-2009, 06:57 PM	#1
Juano11 Private First Class Drives: 09 M3 DCT Coupe Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 146 iTrader: (0)	Clear Bra in Kentucky I realize that this is a shot in the dark, but... Can anyone recommend a shop to have a clear bra applied in the Louisville, KY/Southern IN area? It seems to me that the skill of the applicator is critically important with the quality of the clear bra, so I don't want to go to just anyone. Many Thanks!
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02-15-2009, 04:08 PM	#2
ColoCane Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 273 iTrader: (0)	Hey Juano11... go back to the regional page... on the forum, KY is listed in the 'USA - Southeast' regional page. Might get a better response there! Good luck. __________________ '09 E92 ///M3 \| Jerez Black/Black Leather \| Sycamore Anthracite \| MDCT \| Premium/Tech/Cold Weather Packages \| 19" \| Moonroof \| Enhanced Premium Sound \|iPod/USB \| Smartphone '97 E36 M3 Sedan Hellrot Red/Black; '03 E46 330Ci Met. Gray/Black; '06 E46 330Ci ZPF Imola Red/Saddle

02-15-2009, 04:43 PM	#3
smokinjoe64 Naval Aviator Drives: 08 e92 M3 6MT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 298 iTrader: (1)	Just want to suggest you use nothing other than a 3M product regardless of who applies. I can attest from multiple BMW applications. Many other products have proven to yellow over time, especially if you have to wash frequently. __________________ 08 e92 M3 - Interlagos Blue \| *Fox Red Extended* *w/Carbon Leather* \| Tech, CW & Prem Pkgs \| iPod, HD & SAT \| Mods: RPI axle-back; aFe filter; IND painted reflectors; BMW gloss black grill, LED hi-power interior lights; Ultimate Al petals; UUC SSK; Clutch stop; LUX H8's; LED back-up's; Euro Rear Fogs; CiliJet paint & leather sealant; 3M invisible bra; Escort 9500ix hardwired w/mirror mount...

02-15-2009, 04:44 PM	#4
ColoCane Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 273 iTrader: (0)	There's a long thread on this... do a search. A lot of varying opinions. __________________ '09 E92 ///M3 \| Jerez Black/Black Leather \| Sycamore Anthracite \| MDCT \| Premium/Tech/Cold Weather Packages \| 19" \| Moonroof \| Enhanced Premium Sound \|iPod/USB \| Smartphone '97 E36 M3 Sedan Hellrot Red/Black; '03 E46 330Ci Met. Gray/Black; '06 E46 330Ci ZPF Imola Red/Saddle

02-15-2009, 06:07 PM	#5
smokinjoe64 Naval Aviator Drives: 08 e92 M3 6MT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 298 iTrader: (1)	...believe me 3M clear bra products are the only way to go... period! __________________ 08 e92 M3 - Interlagos Blue \| *Fox Red Extended* *w/Carbon Leather* \| Tech, CW & Prem Pkgs \| iPod, HD & SAT \| Mods: RPI axle-back; aFe filter; IND painted reflectors; BMW gloss black grill, LED hi-power interior lights; Ultimate Al petals; UUC SSK; Clutch stop; LUX H8's; LED back-up's; Euro Rear Fogs; CiliJet paint & leather sealant; 3M invisible bra; Escort 9500ix hardwired w/mirror mount...

02-15-2009, 07:15 PM	#6
ColoCane Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 273 iTrader: (0)	I do believe you, just stating the beauty of the forum is vetting different opinions. Check out: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=182830 "Clear Bra Installation amd Maintenance". It discusses 3M Scotchgard PPF, 3M ClearMask, Venture Shield Ultra, and this newer stuff Xpel Technologies PPF (apparently used for the leading edge of helicopter rotors). Take a look at the thread, would love to know your thoughts as my car will be here in a month and I'll be doing clear bra and tint. Thanks, Smokinjoe64 __________________ '09 E92 ///M3 \| Jerez Black/Black Leather \| Sycamore Anthracite \| MDCT \| Premium/Tech/Cold Weather Packages \| 19" \| Moonroof \| Enhanced Premium Sound \|iPod/USB \| Smartphone '97 E36 M3 Sedan Hellrot Red/Black; '03 E46 330Ci Met. Gray/Black; '06 E46 330Ci ZPF Imola Red/Saddle

02-15-2009, 11:19 PM	#7
htp autoworks Private Drives: A fast one... Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 58 iTrader: (0)	I will not install 3M... there are much better products out there such as VentureSheild and ClearMask AR. 3M has entirely too much orange peel in it and looks terrible on a car.

03-05-2010, 01:00 AM	#8
cmjohns6 Registered Drives: 2000 BMW 323i Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Try Clear Bra of Louisville, 502-235-1700. they did my dads 335i and it looks great!