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Who makes this bug deflector for the RX

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Old 08-06-08, 09:39 PM
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I saw this bug deflector but don't know what brand it is. I like the way it covers the top half of the front, protecting those nasty rocks kicked up on the road.
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Old 08-06-08, 11:23 PM
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Even though thats sorta ugly in my book its prolly 100% worth the investment. Especially since I went outside and saw that 100% of my rockchips is in the area that the guard covers....
Old 08-07-08, 08:43 AM
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Getting a clear bra is an option too though.
Old 08-07-08, 09:20 AM
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I would go for the clear bra option by 3M. I got a quote in Canada and for the nose, the mirrors, side fenders and front bumper, it was $350 installed. Much nicer looking that then tinted plastic option.
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Clear bra is nice but if you already have rock dimples then it could create air pockets. I think you need a smooth finish for it to go on correctly, like when you first bought the RX. Is it really that ugly? Looks like a plastic bra instead of fabric to me.
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This is a plastic bra made of PC, polycarbonate.
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Does not look bad. If it is reasonable in price, I might get one. Did we find the supplier?
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Yes can someone find where to get this bug deflector.
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Try Carson Toyota which is also L-Tuned Parts for Lexus. It's called a "formed fit" deflector. You may have to email or call someone there to find it.
Not my cup 'o tea, I'd rather go with a 3M clear shield, but have at it...
http://carsontoyota.com/html/parts.html
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Hey Yippeeiaye, are you sure that's not your RX? You seem like you don't know where the deflector is from but yet you keep posting pictures of it!!! (in middle of road). Tell us man where you bought it from and what year your RX is. I promise that you won't see one exactly like yours out there...
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LOL, that picture was off the internet of someone selling their RX, but I liked the bug deflector so I saved the picture to find out where I could buy it. And it looks like your link is it where to get it.
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I did some searching and found a link with some details. I don't know how to add the thread but it mentioned Ultimate automotive in Delray Beach, FL. I looked them up on the net and they are getting back to me on the part.
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Here it is:

http://www.autoseattle.com/detail.as...CT_ID=hdw24A04

Nice!
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Shoot $113 + $35 Fedex.....$150!
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wow..... that thing is ugly, and big....looks like your wearing a batman mask.
just clear bra it.


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