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#21 of 44
bug free? by hduck1
Jul 24, 2006 (6:23 pm)
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I've yet to call Ken at carbras about a bra for the front of the GXP. I know it looks old fashion, but here on the gulf coast bugs are a way of life (and gravel trucks as well). I have a message out him though, but the dealer parts man said that the GXP and the special edition won't take a bra because of the difference in grilles. He ran it through his computer with the VIN number. Does someone out there have a full front bra on their GXP? Where did they get it?
 
Infested in Texas!!
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Re: bug free? [hduck1] by rmozol
Jul 25, 2006 (9:14 am)
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Replying to: hduck1 (Jul 24, 2006 6:23 pm)

Are you looking for a permanent cover, or just something to use every now and then for protection? I put on a clear, plastic film when I'm going out of town where there will be loads of crickets, and rocks at high speed. It doesn't show, works great, and peels right off.
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Re: bug free? [rmozol] by hduck1
Jul 27, 2006 (1:00 pm)
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Replying to: rmozol (Jul 25, 2006 9:14 am)

Actually looking for something permananet. Spoke with Ken. There is not complete cover yet. The should have something possibly in Sep. Where do you get the film?
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Re: bug free? [hduck1] by hduck1
Jul 27, 2006 (1:04 pm)
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Replying to: hduck1 (Jul 27, 2006 1:00 pm)

...meant to say "no complete cover yet". Only the hood portion
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Re: bug free? [hduck1] by rmozol
Jul 27, 2006 (9:05 pm)
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Replying to: hduck1 (Jul 27, 2006 1:00 pm)

I got it at Menards, but saw it at Home Depot too. It's called carpet protector. It has one sticky side, and is nice and thin. Cover what you want, when you want, and peel it off when you're done. Instant clean front end of bugs, chips, and dirt!
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Re: bug free? [rmozol] by hduck1
Jul 28, 2006 (3:11 am)
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Replying to: rmozol (Jul 27, 2006 9:05 pm)

thanks for the heads up on the bug advice!
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Re: bug free? [rmozol] by ocmike3
Jul 28, 2006 (6:26 pm)
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Replying to: rmozol (Jul 27, 2006 9:05 pm)

Check out Bug Blocker at www.diamondite.com
It is a liquid you apply like a wax, and leave it on. It is practically clear (does show a little). But it protects the front end from bugs and chips. I have used it a couple of times. Can't really say if it is effective to prevent chipping(so far we don't have any), but I find the bugs practically rinse off. I'm heading out on a family excursion next week and plan to use it. (We'll be driving several thousand miles in the VUE)
So, I'll be able to report how it works with extended hwy driving.
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Re: bug free? [rmozol] by tlauro
Jul 29, 2006 (5:19 am)
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Replying to: rmozol (Jul 27, 2006 9:05 pm)

be very careful of the clear carpet protector stuff you mentioned...I use that all the time when painting inside my house. little pricey at $9 for 3x50' roll, but protecting against paint spills is priceless...especially on carpet.
 
however, it's some extremely strong stuff. If you had a chip in the paint, it could easily pull off a layer.
 
perhaps you've done it on the car before, but for me, I'll use blue masking tape like when I go to the track.
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Re: bug free? [hduck1] by tlauro
Jul 29, 2006 (5:24 am)
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Replying to: hduck1 (Jul 27, 2006 1:00 pm)

if you're looking for the 3M clear bra material, you can just do google. key there isn't the material, it's finding a good installer. I have a friend in Dayton who has done like 5 of my past cars and a number of my friends.
 
I completely recommend the 3M stuff on all but white. white tends to show the color shift, but everthing else is great. Metallic paints are best.
 
email me if you have any questions. I have plenty of experience and photos if you would like more info. expect about $500 for a complete install. I did my mirrors and rockers too.
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Re: bug free? [tlauro] by hduck1
Jul 29, 2006 (8:32 am)
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Replying to: tlauro (Jul 29, 2006 5:24 am)

Yeah I've had great expereince with the bra on the white GTPs. Rock digs on mirrors and a couple up the hood. The front is still showroom quality. Never had any paint fade issues on either car (or even the Taurus SHO I had prior to the GTPs). Ill check into the 3M material. It sounds interesting.

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