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Old 04-10-2017, 08:34 AM
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Default Car bra for road trip to Idaho

Considering driving the S to Idaho this summer. Any recommendations for a car bra to protect front end from excessive bugs (Klamath Falls, OR) and rocks?
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I refer everyone I know to Genesis Window Tinting in Sacramento (I believe they're in Roseville as well) - I see you're from SJ, but they're worth the drive. They can ala-carte any sections you want covered and do custom cuts as well for anything that's not OEM. Also, awesome! that sounds like a great roadtrip!
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Thank you for your suggestion. I'm looking for a removable black vinyl style car bra.
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just blue tape it, remove it when there, and then blue tape it back for the drive home
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Originally Posted by tkeyyy
just blue tape it, remove it when there, and then blue tape it back for the drive home
Or invest some $ and get a proper clear bra installed.
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I've always wanted to try this out. There's a bunch of application and removal reviews on youtube.

3M Paint Defender Spray Film - AutoZone.com
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Originally Posted by guamie
I've always wanted to try this out. There's a bunch of application and removal reviews on youtube.

3M Paint Defender Spray Film - AutoZone.com
Ooooo, that looks promising!
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Originally Posted by guamie
I've always wanted to try this out. There's a bunch of application and removal reviews on youtube.

3M Paint Defender Spray Film - AutoZone.com
Interesting; I like the easy removal aspect. I would consider applying just for the road trip and removing once I returned. I don't like the yellowing with age that occurs with clear bra and I would not want to leave this product on for a long time either.
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Originally Posted by ES2K
Interesting; I like the easy removal aspect. I would consider applying just for the road trip and removing once I returned. I don't like the yellowing with age that occurs with clear bra and I would not want to leave this product on for a long time either.
After a quick search on Google, seems like modern films and adhesives no longer yellow. It's something I'm planning to do after getting my bumper repainted.
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