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Old Apr 21, 2006 | 10:35 PM
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I'm having it installed tomorrow. I'm also going to have it put
on behind the wheels and on the rockers.

I'm looking forward to it, I have it on my other cars and it's great. I'll be able to drive it and not worry about every little bug that hits the nose.
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Old Apr 21, 2006 | 11:48 PM
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 12:19 AM
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This one's on my short list to get done. One question, if you might know:

Are the pieces pre-cut so as to eliminate any cutting/trimming during the application process?

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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 07:24 AM
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The kit is pre cut from X-Pel. I've decided to get the full kit and have it installed. I don't think this is a do-it-yourself project if you don't have any experience.

Here is the X-Pel web site:

http://www.xpel.com/
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 07:29 AM
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Good deal - anything that helps keep the bugs and rock chips off the car is a good thing.
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 10:14 AM
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I had a clear bra ($600) put on my dd ( 2006 Infiniti G35), but bought a GM bra for $80 for my '04 Z06.
I put very few miles on the Z, so I didn't want to spend the extra $$.
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 11:15 AM
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I know Im a little late with this, but I hope you kept the scarps...
My installler did my door cups, handles, the rocker panels (near the rear wheels) with the extra material.

Congrats and great choice IMHO... it does protect as promised
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 11:41 AM
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How much did the whole thing cost you? I am thinking of taking a 1500 mile trip this summer and it may be a good idea to have one installed.
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Originally Posted by COHIBA jared
How much did the whole thing cost you? I am thinking of taking a 1500 mile trip this summer and it may be a good idea to have one installed.
Save big $$$ and get a GM Bra for the trip...mine worked great on a 3200 mile trip.
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Originally Posted by BlackArrow
Save big $$$ and get a GM Bra for the trip...mine worked great on a 3200 mile trip.
how much?
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Old Apr 22, 2006 | 08:55 PM
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