02-20-2018, 01:35 PM | #23 |
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Could someone please clarify as to why you do NOT want to clear bra your vehicle after new paint? My car is having a new bumper and hood with paint. Waiting a month or two to me would increase the chances of rock chips etc which is what I'm trying to avoid by installing the bra. Thanks for any info in advance.
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02-20-2018, 01:40 PM | #24 | |
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02-20-2018, 04:32 PM | #25 |
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i had bumper painted and waited 1 week to get clear bra. took the clear bra off 6 years later paint still attached to bumper. I guess it really depends on how the body shop prep the bumper
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02-20-2018, 04:38 PM | #26 |
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02-22-2018, 03:33 PM | #29 |
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New clear coat is actually pretty susceptible to contamination. That is what typically needs the time to fully cure. My body shop told me a month is a good rule of thumb before you mess with it more than a simple wash (no wax)
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03-05-2018, 09:03 PM | #30 |
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100% worth it...every car I have had for the last 10 years has had it. Saved my paint many times.
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08-02-2018, 12:00 PM | #32 |
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Looking for recommendation in CA
I've been following as I have the same problem. I'll be in Modesto, CA for awhile - can anyone recommend a paint shop, and a good place to get a clear bra installed, in Modesto or within a hour's drive?
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08-08-2018, 04:39 PM | #35 |
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I have 3m pro guard on all three of my cars. never an issue.
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09-11-2018, 11:19 AM | #38 |
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Just make sure to change it every 3-4 years. I made the mistake of waiting 6 years and it had become so brittle it came off in a million pieces and left a visible line in the paint (silver).
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I'm having the full hood done next week. The cost is high so I'm breaking it up. Next month I'll do the bumper, fenders, and mirrors. And then end with the rocker panels. After all you want to be proud of your vehicle and who wants to keep making payments on a car that is littered with chips and scratches?
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