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Old 10-03-2008, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 97c5vette
Any thoughts for making a version where the license plate area is cutout?
You can make the cut-out yourself...the material won't run or split at the seams if you carefully cut out the right amount of space for your front plate.

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Old 10-03-2008, 12:17 PM
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Will these bras fit a Tigershark front fascia without or with chin spoiler?
Old 10-06-2008, 10:01 AM
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Will these bras fit a Tigershark front fascia without or with chin spoiler?
I've heard yes on both counts but can't say from firsthand experience.

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Old 10-07-2008, 05:50 PM
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I have one of these as well and have had it for 2 years now. It is so easy to put on and take off. After I use it, I just throw it in the washer and it comes out as good as new.
I have started having a problem with the wind getting under the bottom and the whole mask comes up over the front of the car. I am thinking the elastic around the bottom has weakened, not sure. I had the thought of putting some velcro at the bottom to hold it better. Any other suggestions?
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Old 10-08-2008, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 76texvette
I have one of these as well and have had it for 2 years now. It is so easy to put on and take off. After I use it, I just throw it in the washer and it comes out as good as new.
I have started having a problem with the wind getting under the bottom and the whole mask comes up over the front of the car. I am thinking the elastic around the bottom has weakened, not sure. I had the thought of putting some velcro at the bottom to hold it better. Any other suggestions?
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Velcro sounds do-able. I wonder if anyone else has had this problem and can post their thoughts?

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Old 10-09-2008, 11:07 AM
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Jim and Dave,

Here are a few of my pictures of install in case you might like to use them for any installation questions.
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Old 10-09-2008, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by southerncarparts
It's currently available in black, blue, silver, and red.
The material is very breathable so you won't have any temperature-related problems, and all the lights will be clearly visible through the mask.

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Hey Dave.....
What color would you recommend for a white car? I was thinking black, but do you have any pics with the mask on a white C5??
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Hey Dave.....
What color would you recommend for a white car? I was thinking black, but do you have any pics with the mask on a white C5??
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I'd go with the black but I know I've sold blue and red ones to guys with white cars and they liked them too! Unfortunately I don't have any pictures. Sorry...

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Hi, can anyone let me know how this stands up to help prevent rock chips? It looks very thin, is there any padding?

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Old 10-10-2008, 03:17 PM
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I bought one about a month ago for a long trip it worked great. The first time I installed it, I inserted the license plate holder and screwed down the bolts. It fits very smooth. The second time I took it off I dabbed super glue around the bolt holes, just to make sure it wouldn't run. Since then I have had it off and one several times. Always a nice fit.
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I love mine, but when I installed it, the supplied screws would NOT thread into the nutplates. I had to run a SLIGHTLY oversized drill bit thru the nutplates in order for the screws to correctly thread. Anyone else have this problem? Upon further inspection, the thread pitch of the supplied hardware was slightly different then the OEM stuff.

I'm a certified aircraft mechanic that works with aircraft structures on a regular basis..it wasent lack of skill on my end
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Are the red ones more Torch or Magnetic red?
Old 10-13-2008, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by nocfire
Are the red ones more Torch or Magnetic red?
The red is definitely more torch...it's important to note, though, that in general the manufacturer recommends the red mask as a highlight color for a different color car rather than setting up an expectation where the red mask will match any red car.
Hope that helps!

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Old 10-15-2008, 11:24 AM
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I love the look,but do they really protect from rocks?
Old 10-16-2008, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by bucwheat
I love the look,but do they really protect from rocks?
A big enough rock moving fast enough will cut through just about anything, but if you're looking for protection against rock chips and bug debris this is the clear winner in price, ease of installation/removal, and sharp looks.

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Old 10-24-2008, 03:53 PM
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I like mine!!
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i am taking this will fit on an tiger shark front (the one with out the spoiler)

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Old 11-13-2008, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by southerncarparts
I've heard yes on both counts but can't say from firsthand experience.

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Here you go... I had the same question.
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Originally Posted by Z06ster
Here you go... I had the same question.
ya i missed that sorry about asking the same thing for the 2nd time
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Originally Posted by 97c5vette
Any thoughts for making a version where the license plate area is cutout?
Me too


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