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Old 06-18-07, 11:40 PM
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How hard is it to apply the 3M clear bra? Would you recommend a professional installer? Would you recommend any other clear bras and anyone know of installers in the Raleigh, NC area?
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Definately get a professional installer.

I tried it and not only is it "not perfect," but it took me a frustrating 6 hours. A professional should be able to do it for you in about 3-4 hours.
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^^^^^^ I agree!
Old 06-19-07, 07:35 AM
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The "professional" from Xpel took 8 hours to do mine and its not perfect at all. He kept telling me to let the car sit in the sun like he expected it to magically get better lol. Anyways..go with a professional installer who has a good reputation.
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Premier Mobile Group offers on site service if you pay for their traveling.
They are the best protective film installer nationwide, and they do custom wrap-around films; unlike those precut ones that do fit well.

One sample pic here.

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Old 06-19-07, 12:58 PM
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Definitely go with a professional installer. I got mine done by Premier like josephdoc. I brought my car to their shop in Fremont, CA. You can find pictures of my install here. You can probably find a local shop to do it for you in NC though-- just make sure they are reputable. GL!
Old 06-19-07, 01:11 PM
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HAHA but this was discussed in previous threads, the clear bra wont help unless your 1ft away from the vehicle infront, UNLESS you clear bra the roof. Aerodynamics is the reason with our cars.
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My pillars and roof are partially clear bra'd.
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Yup. Any custom clearbra work is possible at Premier. You can ask them to do the whole car also.

Just like window tinting, clearbra work is hard to DIY.
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