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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 09:00 PM
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What is the best clear bra for the IS-350? I need one ASAP so I can preserve my SGM paintjob...

Also is the Tanabe exhaust practical? I hate exhausts that are way too loud and don't sound natural.
I have Ventureshield and it looks pretty much invisible. The pre-cut film does leave lines on the front bumper though. But i got a custom Full Hood coverage so it depends on your installer and what package you choose.


I think tanabe is very low key and is quite nice (from reading others reviews and youtube videos)
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I have Ventureshield and it looks pretty much invisible. The pre-cut film does leave lines on the front bumper though. But i got a custom Full Hood coverage so it depends on your installer and what package you choose.

I think tanabe is very low key and is quite nice (from reading others reviews and youtube videos)
You think the stealership will install the Tanabe and the VentureShield for me?

What is the most practical place to install the film?
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The stealerships will outsource the job, So might as well find your own installer where you know the quality of the job unless you worked into your deal. I think they can install virtually anything but will charge an arm and a leg for any installation.


http://www.clearbrafilms.com/ to find a dealer near you
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by ExTrEmE99
The stealerships will outsource the job, So might as well find your own installer where you know the quality of the job unless you worked into your deal. I think they can install virtually anything but will charge an arm and a leg for any installation.


http://www.clearbrafilms.com/ to find a dealer near you
Ahh, and how hard is it to install the Tanabe? I build computers! Maybe I can install the Tanabe?

Damn, how long does it take to install the clearbra. I was hoping the stealership could have done it so I wouldn't have to be deprived of my car.
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haha to install the clear bra it would take roughly 2-3hours? depends on the job and how good the installers are.


I never installed the Tanabe since i dont have one I got some other mods i want to knock out before Tanabe
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it's pretty easy to install the tanabe. I did mine in 30 mins this past saturday. It's a pretty straight forward swap. The hardest part is getting the piping off the rubber hangers.

A clear bra should take about 1.5-2hrs by a professional. At least thats how it took the aerotect guys to do mine.
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Yeah it depends on the installer and conditions haha. My installer took around 3 hours because they were mobile at the time and it was during one of those storms in January. So It was pouring and they were installing a full hood and bumper. The stuff wouldnt stick when it was that wet out. BUT the job came out perfect! and my front end just Shines all day now!
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I am going to get the full hood and bumper done as well. What else is vulnerable to rock chips on the car?

7510 – 8mil (150 micron) or 7514 – 15mil (300 micron)?
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Originally Posted by lexXxus13
Red outs cover up the hideous amber plastic for your turn signal. It is one of the easiest and cheapest mods but IMO makes one of the biggest differences.
On a Matador Red car, the amber looks fine. No need for a completely red back end. On other colored cars, I see an improvement with red-outs.

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I did 35% all around (no front strip though) on my Obsidian IS, and I love it. Not too dark, not too light.
That's perfect. Classy, not ghetto or anemic.

Originally Posted by Zinda
What is the best clear bra for the IS-350? I need one ASAP so I can preserve my SGM paintjob...
I've seen 3M and LLumar mentioned most frequently here.

Originally Posted by Zinda
I am going to get the full hood and bumper done as well. What else is vulnerable to rock chips on the car?
Check out my signature for the most bra on the planet, all done by the dealer.
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installing the Tanabe exhaust takes 15 min with (2) 14mm wrenches.
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Old Mar 27, 2008 | 06:52 PM
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When people say 35% tint that is on every window including the rear window but excluding the front windshield?
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Also how much does it cost to add the spoiler?

And does the IS spoiler actually help stability?
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Originally Posted by Zinda
Also how much does it cost to add the spoiler?

And does the IS spoiler actually help stability?
I think its mainly for looks, but there is most likey some aerodynamics involved.

A spoiler from sewell is around 170? and installation is up to you. Either by dealer or by yourself.

There is two methods of installation:
1. Drilled into the bumper(like OEM)
2. Or Double stick 3M taped.
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