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Old 03-02-2015, 02:25 PM
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Hi All- would appreciate all feedback.
Looking for installer for clear vinyl bra on a new c7 and please take note I have the twin factory racing stripes that one would think will make the install more difficult and a need for a top notch Company or installer. I have been vacillating if this is the way to go 'expensive" or using the Novi stretch bra that many enthusiast recommend and claim it dose offer a fair amount of chip protection and the bonus is it keeps front clean of bugs and leaves, out of radiator and grill and condenser?! It is also very easy to put on or remove and is very easy to install.

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Clear bra for me. I have it on my 13 GS and on my 15 challenger. Omega Werks in Pleasanton did my GS and Premier films in Fremont did my Challenge. Expect to pay around $700 for just the front bumper. Both companies did a great job.
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I just received the Novi stretch bra. Haven't installed yet. Read good review on forum. I will only use on road trips.

I also looked into the plastic protection. A place in Pleasanton quoted $495 for the front bumper on the phone.

Went to LA over weekend with other car. Bugs,bugs, bugs. Thought about taking Vette but the Novi stretch hadn't arrived yet. Glad Vette stayed home!


Don't forget the mirrors....Enjoy your ride !

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The stripes do not make the install any more difficult so no worries there. A clear bra is the way to go. You will want to protect the front (leading edge of the hood/fenders, bumper, lights, mirrors) as well as the lower doors and the full rocker panels. The stretch bra will not cover all of those area.
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I use both on my GS.

For normal driving and short runs, I just use the clear bra. When we go on long runs/events, the stretch bra goes over the clear bra. The stretch bra installs in about 5 mins. Can be taken off in the evening and cleaned up in the shower and dry by morning.

I just got tired of cleaning bugs on my clear bra on long runs/events.
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Hi All, Dose anyone have a recommendation on a installer/company in the Sacramento area for clear film?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by xlr8rvette
I just received the Novi stretch bra. Haven't installed yet. Read good review on forum. I will only use on road trips.

I also looked into the plastic protection. A place in Pleasanton quoted $495 for the front bumper on the phone.

Went to LA over weekend with other car. Bugs,bugs, bugs. Thought about taking Vette but the Novi stretch hadn't arrived yet. Glad Vette stayed home!


Don't forget the mirrors....Enjoy your ride !
Curious, are the snap studs that come with the bra a black color so they don't stand out in the wheel well ?
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Originally Posted by z06c5209
Clear bra for me. I have it on my 13 GS and on my 15 challenger. Omega Werks in Pleasanton did my GS and Premier films in Fremont did my Challenge. Expect to pay around $700 for just the front bumper. Both companies did a great job.
Omega Werks is simply the best. I see clear bras every day and without question Vincent is the best I have ever seen.
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Originally Posted by c7fasteddie
Curious, are the snap studs that come with the bra a black color so they don't stand out in the wheel well ?
Mine are black. Don't know about other brands
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Originally Posted by c7fasteddie
Hi All, Dose anyone have a recommendation on a installer/company in the Sacramento area for clear film?
Thanks.
This guy has done several cars in our club and all were very happy with their work. (C6 and C7)

http://www.yelp.com/biz/b-and-l-auto-decor-roseville

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Originally Posted by 2k Cobra
This guy has done several cars in our club and all were very happy with their work. (C6 and C7)

http://www.yelp.com/biz/b-and-l-auto-decor-roseville

Talk to Bill

Thank you All, great help, I very much appreciate your opinions. Thanks.

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