C5 Front Nose Guard (Bra)
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Peoples Republik of Kalifornia Ka
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.
Dan
Dan
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 758
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From: Neosho MO
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.
Last edited by avettelovertu; Aug 31, 2009 at 06:27 PM.
Pro
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 656
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From: Wright City MO
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
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
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.
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From: Marietta Georgia
St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
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.
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.
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!
Thanks,
Dave
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From: Marietta Georgia
St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
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
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
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
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From: alabama
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.
Last edited by BamaJ; Sep 23, 2014 at 09:51 PM.
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From: Marietta Georgia
St. Jude Donor '06-'07, '13, '15
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.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 2,264
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From: Stella, North Carolina
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.
Last edited by jdvann; Dec 14, 2014 at 09:47 AM.