Bra question for you guys...
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Burning Brakes
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Bra question for you guys...
ok...no...not about THAT kind of bra!!! 
Actually...I am getting ready to do the Hot Rod Power Tour with the 69. I was thinking of getting a bra for the trip to help with bugs and stone chips since it's going to be about a 1500 mile trip in the 7 days. I hate bras and figured I would just remove it once I get to each venue.
My question is has anyone seen another bra for a 69 or early C3 besides this one by CoverCraft?
Looks ok and it says the following:
Install without tools
"Breathable" vinyl with protective backing
Headlights and hood open freely
Aerodynamically designed -- won't flap or lift
Overlapped seams for durability
Easily cleaned with a damp cloth
Wondering if any of you guys have any input on these and if anyone had used this particular one?
Found it on Corvettesouth.com for 100 bux with shipping.
I just worry about flapping...but I figure if it saves a stone chip or 2, then I can buff/wetsand anymarks out after the trip.
Thoughts???
Actually...I am getting ready to do the Hot Rod Power Tour with the 69. I was thinking of getting a bra for the trip to help with bugs and stone chips since it's going to be about a 1500 mile trip in the 7 days. I hate bras and figured I would just remove it once I get to each venue.
My question is has anyone seen another bra for a 69 or early C3 besides this one by CoverCraft?
Looks ok and it says the following:
Install without tools
"Breathable" vinyl with protective backing
Headlights and hood open freely
Aerodynamically designed -- won't flap or lift
Overlapped seams for durability
Easily cleaned with a damp cloth
Wondering if any of you guys have any input on these and if anyone had used this particular one?
Found it on Corvettesouth.com for 100 bux with shipping.
I just worry about flapping...but I figure if it saves a stone chip or 2, then I can buff/wetsand anymarks out after the trip.
Thoughts???
Last edited by Scootin_Z; May 18, 2007 at 09:15 PM.
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My Dad has one of those bra's on a 1969, but he doesn't put it on anymore. When he let me drive it, I would put the bra on from time to time. It does fit well with the lines of the car and I do not recall hearing or seeing any flapping of the bra while driving. Before you put it on the car though I would let it sit out (the bra) in the sun for awhile so the vinyl will stretch a little bit. That's the best I can do for now.
Scott
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Hey Buddy
I used one on my '73 years ago, absolutely hated it. Rubbed and scuffed the front end, as well as looked bad. And anytime its displayed with it on
... but I know you want it just for driving.
I have to assume they are engineered better than when I used it, but never again for me.
I used one on my '73 years ago, absolutely hated it. Rubbed and scuffed the front end, as well as looked bad. And anytime its displayed with it on
... but I know you want it just for driving.I have to assume they are engineered better than when I used it, but never again for me.
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Burning Brakes
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My Dad has one of those bra's on a 1969, but he doesn't put it on anymore. When he let me drive it, I would put the bra on from time to time. It does fit well with the lines of the car and I do not recall hearing or seeing any flapping of the bra while driving. Before you put it on the car though I would let it sit out (the bra) in the sun for awhile so the vinyl will stretch a little bit. That's the best I can do for now.
Scott
Scott
Hey Buddy
I used one on my '73 years ago, absolutely hated it. Rubbed and scuffed the front end, as well as looked bad. And anytime its displayed with it on ... but I know you want it just for driving.
I have to assume they are engineered better than when I used it, but never again for me.
I used one on my '73 years ago, absolutely hated it. Rubbed and scuffed the front end, as well as looked bad. And anytime its displayed with it on
... but I know you want it just for driving.I have to assume they are engineered better than when I used it, but never again for me.
SBcoupeC3..would you dad want to off the thing? Maybe I can save a few bucks if he wants to unload it since I really only want it for the road trip. Is it the same exact thing...and if he is willing to part with it...ask him how old it is and if he knows if it's a Cover Craft cover.
PM me if he wants to get rid of it. If I put one on for the trip I would need in by the end of next week.
Thanks!
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I had one on my car for a short while. It really messed up the paint pretty bad on the nose, not just scuffed it. It would probably be easier to repair stone chips than the mess left behind by the bra.
Burning Brakes
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I bought a 1980 several years ago that had that same style bra on the front. It did go on and off easy enough, and it was very functional. However, the previous owner had run the car with it on for quite a while. When I removed it the first time, I found that it had not only worn through the paint, but it had actually worn a slight groove into the fiberglass.
Keep in mind, this bra had been on there for probabaly years though.
I would think if you applied a REALLY good coat of wax, and only used the bra while on this drive, you would most likely be OK. Be prepared to use some wax or compound on it after you remove the bra though.
Keep in mind, this bra had been on there for probabaly years though.
I would think if you applied a REALLY good coat of wax, and only used the bra while on this drive, you would most likely be OK. Be prepared to use some wax or compound on it after you remove the bra though.
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hmmmmm...I would like to hear more.
Were talking 7 days, 1500 miles and not on the car the whole time.
Do you guys really think I can mess up the paint that much worse than stone chips? I plan on driving the car anyhow and it's not trailer queen...I bought it to use it... but just figure I would use the bra for this trip since I don't know what I am in for but I'm kinda torn on it. It's one of those that the first stone chip I see I am gonna say &*%#! But then again if the bra ends up doing the same thing then I'll still say &%^$#!!!!!
Were talking 7 days, 1500 miles and not on the car the whole time.
Do you guys really think I can mess up the paint that much worse than stone chips? I plan on driving the car anyhow and it's not trailer queen...I bought it to use it... but just figure I would use the bra for this trip since I don't know what I am in for but I'm kinda torn on it. It's one of those that the first stone chip I see I am gonna say &*%#! But then again if the bra ends up doing the same thing then I'll still say &%^$#!!!!!
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Burning Brakes
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Again,
I think if you prepare your car with a good coating of protective wax first, you should be OK for that distance. You may need to re-wax the area once you remove the bra, but ultimately I think you will be OK.
I think if you prepare your car with a good coating of protective wax first, you should be OK for that distance. You may need to re-wax the area once you remove the bra, but ultimately I think you will be OK.
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We drive from Seattle to Napa every year, about 1,000 miles each way, and any damage that's occured from stone chips is far less than what I've seen a bra do in that amount of time. I would let it breath.
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Burning Brakes
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Wife mostly drives that car so maybe she is up peoples azzes....lord knows she can be up mine! But the hood on the Vette is similar. I have a 99 2 door Tahoe with 85K on it and the hood is flawless. Sits a lot higher and it's flat though.
I think posting this is just confusing me more...
Seriously though...thanks for all the input guys!!! I appreciate it.
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How about a see thru from Fredricks!!!
look at this site for clear 3M film..May be a better solution.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...gard-PPF/Home/
Ben
look at this site for clear 3M film..May be a better solution.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...gard-PPF/Home/
Ben
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Burning Brakes
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How about a see thru from Fredricks!!!
look at this site for clear 3M film..May be a better solution.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...gard-PPF/Home/
Ben
look at this site for clear 3M film..May be a better solution.
http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3...gard-PPF/Home/
Ben
Thanks Ben. There is an installer of this product right up the street from me. i will have to peek at it. 3M usually doesnt make crap. My Sister has worked there for 21 years.
Found this video on the installer web site:
http://www.body-skins.com/images/wmv...meter_2000.wmv
Last edited by Scootin_Z; May 18, 2007 at 11:27 PM.
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We set up and show each day at each venue so thats what I would have to do. Take it of...clean up the car, and then put it back on at the hotel that night before hitting the road in the morning.
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Or could there be an advantage to a rubber bumper here?..
Or could there be an advantage to a rubber bumper here?..
