Clear Bra - Ever Had One - Opinion ?

CJ from Granite Bay, CA · 04-26-05, 11:01

I am looking into the application of a clear bra on one of my vehicles. If you have used the clear bra were you satisfied with the results and if you had one and removed it was there any damage to the paint?

Thanks

paco · 04-26-05, 11:41

We have one on our Acura. Thus far, I'm pretty happy with it in that it's prevented stone chips in the paint.

The only downside is that over time, the separation line does become more noticable.

However, I still much prefer the look of a clear bra versus a bug guard or leather bra.

I'd definitely have it applied again and next time, probably on the bumper as well as I only had a 1/4 hood application done.

Paco

Blake · 04-26-05, 11:41

Got one. Love it. Should have done it earlier. I've been told by the installer it easily removes with no damage. Mine is the 3M material.
I would expect to install clear bras on any new cars I buy in the future.

SamIam · 04-26-05, 11:58

Same response as above. I have the 3M and I love it. It's on a metallic gold Odyssey minivan that we just took for a trip to GUlf Shores, AL. After looking at the dead bugs on the bra, as well as the potential for stone chips, I am very happy with mine. WIsh I'd gotten the larger size to cover more of the front.

SamIam

METICULOUSMAN · 04-26-05, 12:39

I have it and love it. I believe there are 2 companies that make clear bra materials. Avery (spelling) and 3M. 3M I was told is a thicker material but for heavily contoured areas Avery is the way to go. You might also consider have it done by a pro. Once again I have the 3M hood and light kit on my truck and love it.

mrdetail · 04-26-05, 02:53

I have X-pel 2 of my cars and love it.

adjulian · 04-26-05, 03:16

I have had xpel on my BMW, Porsche and my Explorer and will always have it installed in the future. Great product!

chrisx · 04-26-05, 08:01

I also have this on both my cars. When I bought my car it had a broken bonnet protector and didn't want to buy another one and have that one crack also. After searching the web for something different I came across these invisible films and I liked it so much I am now the Brisbane agent for company in Sydney (about 1,000 klms away for you non-AUS people). The plastic protectors don't protect your bumper which I think is the part most prone to stonechips. The best part about the film is that unless you know it is on the car, you can't see it.

kevganzon · 05-05-05, 12:19

Whats the difference between X-pel, Avery, and 3M? which one prevents rock chips better???

hadboosttroy · 05-05-05, 12:42

how long would you have to wait after having a fresh paint job to put a clear bra on?

dogma · 05-05-05, 12:51

My friend has it on his Subie STI, Its awesome. He does a ton of highway driving. You obivously can wax right over it and the protection is definately worth it.

krsjuan · 05-05-05, 01:24

Quote:

Originally posted by kevganzon
Whats the difference between X-pel, Avery, and 3M? which one prevents rock chips better???

From what I understand X-pel uses the 3m film.

I had the xpel kit installed on my car about 1 1/2 years ago and it's holding up great. The only thing I regret is not having the hood completely wrapped. I decided on the standard which is only the front 1/3 of the hood along with the front bumper,fenders, and side mirrors.

Most people agree that you only need the front 1/3 of the hood done but when they do the whole hood they wrap the film underneath so that there is no edge exposed. This makes it almost impossible to notice. Also it makes applying a wax/sealent a lot easier.

I got it done at Envisage Design Labs in torrance.