3m Clear Bra
10-07-13, 12:24 PM
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I'm also interested in hearing about it. Especially hearing from those who have installed one themselves. As it is, I need one for the back bumper at the very least...already put one scratch in there taking my hockey bag out.
10-07-13, 12:48 PM
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The dealer had one installed on a car in the showroom and for me I'm very **** and detail oriented and yes you can clearly see the line across the hood where it ends 
I hate the 3M ones I have on the side of my car for the rocker panel and the trunk but salesman convinced me to leave them on for a bit...argument was its cheaper then having to pay for touch ups from scratches n crap....we'll see how long I leave them on lol
I hate the 3M ones I have on the side of my car for the rocker panel and the trunk but salesman convinced me to leave them on for a bit...argument was its cheaper then having to pay for touch ups from scratches n crap....we'll see how long I leave them on lol
10-07-13, 01:20 PM
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It all depends on what clearbra material you go with, and who the installer is.
Xpel Ultimate is an amazing material, way ahead of 3M clear bra, And its self healing as well AFAIK.
A quality Installer will make the largest difference.
^Xpel Ultimate as installed by Glistening Perfection, in Aliso Viejo,CA.
Pricing will vary GREATLY on installer.
Xpel Ultimate is an amazing material, way ahead of 3M clear bra, And its self healing as well AFAIK.
A quality Installer will make the largest difference.
^Xpel Ultimate as installed by Glistening Perfection, in Aliso Viejo,CA.
Pricing will vary GREATLY on installer.
10-07-13, 01:36 PM
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I had the 3M clear bra done on my IS about a week after getting it, my car is now 2.5 months old and the clear bra has held up very well. I only did the front bumper. The only issue I would say is that around some of the corners you can see where the dirty sits in clear bra film.
Im sure I can probably use a fine tooth brush and clean it out, but I have not had the chance.
If your in the South Florida area, I highly recommend going to The Sign Savers. They have a very clean shop, customer service and prices are the best.
Im sure I can probably use a fine tooth brush and clean it out, but I have not had the chance.
If your in the South Florida area, I highly recommend going to The Sign Savers. They have a very clean shop, customer service and prices are the best.
10-07-13, 01:59 PM
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The dealer had one installed on a car in the showroom and for me I'm very **** and detail oriented and yes you can clearly see the line across the hood where it ends I hate the 3M ones I have on the side of my car for the rocker panel and the trunk but salesman convinced me to leave them on for a bit...argument was its cheaper then having to pay for touch ups from scratches n crap....we'll see how long I leave them on lol
I hate the 3M ones I have on the side of my car for the rocker panel and the trunk but salesman convinced me to leave them on for a bit...argument was its cheaper then having to pay for touch ups from scratches n crap....we'll see how long I leave them on lolKinda in a triangular shaped towrards the bottom, and a long string on the panel?
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10-07-13, 02:03 PM
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I had the 3M clear bra done on my IS about a week after getting it, my car is now 2.5 months old and the clear bra has held up very well. I only did the front bumper. The only issue I would say is that around some of the corners you can see where the dirty sits in clear bra film.
Im sure I can probably use a fine tooth brush and clean it out, but I have not had the chance.
If your in the South Florida area, I highly recommend going to The Sign Savers. They have a very clean shop, customer service and prices are the best.
Im sure I can probably use a fine tooth brush and clean it out, but I have not had the chance.
If your in the South Florida area, I highly recommend going to The Sign Savers. They have a very clean shop, customer service and prices are the best.
most people get this:
Moe turns them into this:
NOTE: I HAVE NO AFFILIATION WITH Glistening Perfection. I'm just a big fan.
10-07-13, 02:09 PM
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How long does the clear bra last?
Do they Age well? I assume there will be discoloration due to the sun.
And last, do they have to be taken off professionally?
Do they Age well? I assume there will be discoloration due to the sun.
And last, do they have to be taken off professionally?
10-07-13, 02:48 PM
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A common problem is that some pre-cut sheets are actually smaller than they should be, and so you get the visible lines everyone hates.
Longetivity depends on the maker of the clear bra, and the installation process.
Again, it depends on the maker of the clear bra. 3M tape does naturally come a bit "yellower" than the higher end brands, but not everyone can spend the same amount. 3M did change their formula, and their new clear bra is supposed to be less prone to yellowing. All clear bras WILL eventually yellow out, but you are usually talking years down the road.
Yes, clear bra does need to be removed professionally, and even then, the really old clear bra CAN remove some paint with it. Ive had the displeasure of removing some clear bra off one of our 996 GT3 race cars at my old job, and removed a few circles of paint....good thing it was getting a full wrap job
10-07-13, 05:42 PM
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so now I'm considering that option as well. Post pictures please when you have it.
10-07-13, 06:42 PM
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Same shop that did my JL sub/amp setup. Kar Tunz in Pleasanton. They do a lot of the sports players rides. And yes Lexus has some seriously crappy soft paint that chips way too easily.