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Old 06-03-2009, 02:28 PM
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this may be just me but i think these are hideous.. no thanks!
Old 06-17-2009, 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr. Dan
I have had the bra since the car was new on '03. For bug protection and ease of installation (both initial and subsequent) is unsurpassed. I do take issue with the protection from rock chips. After returning from Carlsile last Aug, The Truck ahead was dropping corn sized stones. I tried to stay back as far as possible but they kept dancin' on the road. Long story shory, I now have 8 chips in my rather expensive custom paint job. Oh well...drive it of garage it.

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If that is the case its not much good then right?
Old 06-17-2009, 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by DBRASUE
If that is the case its not much good then right?
Old 08-19-2009, 08:50 PM
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I love the black front bra! It was really easy to install. Easy to take off and on. It sure beats having to wash the front end everytime I'm done driving her!

I also got the fender clear cling wraps. It takes SO much work out of keeping her clean. I don't have to wash the front-end and fender wells everytime I drive it now. Just really takes alot of the work out of keeping her clean.

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Old 08-27-2009, 08:09 AM
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Originally Posted by southerncarparts
New from Southern Car Parts

Do you want to protect the front of your car from rock chips and bug debris? Do you hate the hassle of the standard leather Bra (hard to take on and off, rough on paint)? We have the perfect solution....Our light weight stretch nylon material Bra comes on and off in seconds, protects the front of your car for rock chips and bug debris while having a satin touch on your paint. Snaps off in seconds and can be wadded up and stuffed into something the size of a shoe!!!!! Also can be ordered with protective mirror covers. Perfect solution for highway trips, when the trip is over, take it off and put it in your cargo area. Off or on in less the 2 mins. Best Bra solution on the market for the Corvette.





- Fits better than any other mask on the market
- Stretch nylon knit construction
- Keeps bumper clean and bug-free
- Secures to car with snaps
- Super quick installation
- Machine or hand washable
- Folds compactly for easy in-car storage
- Mirror Covers Also Available

Click here to order....
http://southerncarparts.com/front-bu...ask-p-283.html

Thanks,

Jim Vose
Jim,
I have a silver coupe and am interested in the silver bra but you seem to indicate that the lighter colors are nearly impossible to keep clean. I get that but just how hard do you believe it is?
Also,a couple more questions;
how quickly can I get it if I order today? I am leaving for the NCM next Thursday and would like to have it before then?
I have the hood seal on the front, will that interfere with the top part of the installation? As far as the license plate, I have the clear plate cover over my front plate can I cut to fit over it? You seem to indicate the material won't run.
Thanks and sorry for all the questions but bought the GM bra and it just won't stretch and two of us have tried it so it is probably going back to the dealer today.
Old 08-31-2009, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by G-Loc
Jim,
I have a silver coupe and am interested in the silver bra but you seem to indicate that the lighter colors are nearly impossible to keep clean. I get that but just how hard do you believe it is?
Also,a couple more questions;
how quickly can I get it if I order today? I am leaving for the NCM next Thursday and would like to have it before then?
I have the hood seal on the front, will that interfere with the top part of the installation? As far as the license plate, I have the clear plate cover over my front plate can I cut to fit over it? You seem to indicate the material won't run.
Thanks and sorry for all the questions but bought the GM bra and it just won't stretch and two of us have tried it so it is probably going back to the dealer today.
If you're concerned about keeping the bra clean, I'd suggest just going with the black one and leaving it at that. I've heard complaints from too many people about cleaning the lighter colored ones.
As for delivery time, it'll depend on where you're located but most times it'll arrive 3-4 days after the order is placed.
The hood seal won't cause any trouble, and the license plate shouldn't be much trouble either. You can cut the bra to fit over it since the material won't run but my suggestion would be to make small cut-outs in the bra so you can install the front plate and cover on top of the bra. If you just make big slit-like cutouts in the bra, it'll balloon up with air while you're driving, but if you just make small cut-outs to accommodate the connections for the plate and cover you shouldn't have any trouble.

Hope that helps!

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New from Southern Car Parts

Do you want to protect the front of your car from rock chips and bug debris? Do you hate the hassle of the standard leather Bra (hard to take on and off, rough on paint)? We have the perfect solution....Our light weight stretch nylon material Bra comes on and off in seconds, protects the front of your car for rock chips and bug debris while having a satin touch on your paint. Snaps off in seconds and can be wadded up and stuffed into something the size of a shoe!!!!! Also can be ordered with protective mirror covers. Perfect solution for highway trips, when the trip is over, take it off and put it in your cargo area. Off or on in less the 2 mins. Best Bra solution on the market for the Corvette.





- Fits better than any other mask on the market
- Stretch nylon knit construction
- Keeps bumper clean and bug-free
- Secures to car with snaps
- Super quick installation
- Machine or hand washable
- Folds compactly for easy in-car storage
- Mirror Covers Also Available

Click here to order....
http://southerncarparts.com/front-bu...ask-p-283.html

Thanks,

Jim Vose
Old 10-18-2009, 11:22 AM
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That is a very nice piece, and good price ! I could use one.

.... Making note for my xmas list to my wife...

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Old 10-18-2009, 06:25 PM
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PM sent your way Jim.
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Just ordered mine (w/the mirror covers) this morning.
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Originally Posted by cal45
Just ordered mine (w/the mirror covers) this morning.
Thank you.
Old 06-29-2014, 11:51 AM
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I've had mine for a couple of months now and love it. It washes easily and is a 'snap' to use.
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I've had mine for a couple of months now and love it. It washes easily and is a 'snap' to use.
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Has anyone had any issues using bra this with the Vararam intake ?
(Since the air intake would have to go "thru" the bra.... )

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Has anyone had any issues using bra this with the Vararam intake ?
(Since the air intake would have to go "thru" the bra.... )

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Not that I've ever heard.
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I have a question. In the pics that you (Southern Car Parts) have posted the bra fits & covers the entire width of the nose in front, up to the lower left & right corners of the hood between the headlights. But in the pics that others have posted (on page 1) that isn't the case. In their pics a small triangular area at the top of the nose on both the left & right side is visible between the headlights. Why is that? I hope you can see the difference when you compare the pictures.

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Originally Posted by BamaJ
I have a question. In the pics that you (Southern Car Parts) have posted the bra fits & covers the entire width of the nose in front, up to the lower left & right corners of the hood between the headlights. But in the pics that others have posted (on page 1) that isn't the case. In their pics a small triangular area at the top of the nose on both the left & right side is visible between the headlights. Why is that? I hope you can see the difference when you compare the pictures.
I think it's just how they have it pulled.

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Old 10-26-2014, 01:51 PM
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I've had mine for about 4 months now and I love it. Works as it should.
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I've had mine for about 4 months now and I love it. Works as it should.
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Does this still use the 3 hooks under the hood? I have one that i recently bought elsewhere that uses velcro instead of the three hooks...i like the hooks better. My bra with the 3 hooks is over 5 years old and is showing some wear now.

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