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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 10:33 PM
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What is the clear bra, everyone seems to know but me? I keep seeing pictures of it, but can't tell what exactly I'm supposed to be looking @?? please enlighten me
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 10:46 PM
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A clear bra is basically a synthetic polymer (plastic) that is placed on the front end and the lights to protect it from paint chips due to road debris. It's clear (obviosly), it does not however protect from minor dents, you will still get pitting, but no paint loss.

Cost is about $300 to $400 to install...ask around

Think of it as a screen protector for your PDA...hope that helps...calling all bra wearing e60 owners...input or other info?
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Old Jun 29, 2005 | 11:10 PM
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I thought of fitting the clear bra once but was and am still quite afraid of the damage that it may cause your paintwork if you so decide to have it removed.

I know of many Evos using them but never bothered to ask too much.
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 06:48 AM
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I have had clear bra installed on my Cayenne....and when u do decide to remove it....it changes the texture of your hood. I can touch adn feel the difference on the hood where clear bra was installed or not. It did not damage teh color though. I had the 3M one put on....wonder if it's the same one as clear bra.
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 06:56 AM
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You probably just need to remove the excess adhesive that was used for the bra. After a good buffing it should be okay!
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Old Jun 30, 2005 | 09:35 AM
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thx you! i thought i was crazie or something, lol I could never notice the difference in the pictures
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Originally Posted by tomwid' date='Jun 30 2005, 10:56 AM
You probably just need to remove the excess adhesive that was used for the bra.? After a good buffing it should be okay!
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its such a bitch to do that though.....tried it....needs to be buffed mroe than once....
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Old Jul 1, 2005 | 04:07 PM
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And you Americans go onto us Brits for calling it 'The bonnet' and 'The boot'


You and your silly bra's!
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Old Jul 1, 2005 | 04:18 PM
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sorry....i'm not american although i live here....yeah americans try to be unique and the language is one area that can be played with...LOL
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Old Jul 2, 2005 | 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by JayJay' date='Jul 1 2005, 08:07 PM
And you Americans go onto us Brits for calling it 'The bonnet' and 'The boot'


You and your silly bra's!
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Why the American Jokes, ha?? I'm actually born in Brixton but moved to the States when I was 11. I mean I love old english but no need for the jokes . I miss hearing go get me a cup in the cupboard or hearing the tube instead of the train station. Once in a while I miss london but i'm glad I'm here
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