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Old 10-19-2010, 08:54 AM
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We all have the same problem on the front of the S. Rocks and other debris that hits the front bumper. I went out for some estimates to paint my front bumper today and the local Honda dealer has a product he suggest, Armor Coat.

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http://armorcoatusa.com/

He said it cost $600. to do the entire car or $200. to do the front bumper. If it works as advertised, it may be something many of us would be interested in.
Old 10-19-2010, 10:20 AM
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My reaction is ALWAYS the same. If it worked as described every OEM auto manufacturer would use it.
Old 10-19-2010, 02:20 PM
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^The way OEM's cut corner's, you are lucky to have a steering wheel, let alone a $600. coat of protectant sealer.
Old 10-19-2010, 02:28 PM
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I like the idea of a clear bra better than a spray on clear bra. I'd rather be able to peal off the clear bra if it gets damaged and put on a new one. I think socals (Tom) has a story about doing just that with his car or his friend's car. I paid to have Venture Shield clear bra put on my NSX. I'm happy with it.
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Originally Posted by Kyras,Oct 19 2010, 06:28 PM
I like the idea of a clear bra better than a spray on clear bra.
I'm sure Jerry would agree
Old 10-19-2010, 03:36 PM
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Glenn,

Not to rain on your parade but I am leary of paint protectors like this. Remember how many cars had protective coating put on back in the 80's that peeled over time? I do realize that lots have changed over the last score and a half but I am still a bit "gun shy".
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Originally Posted by Kyras,Oct 19 2010, 06:28 PM
I like the idea of a clear bra better than a spray on clear bra. I'd rather be able to peal off the clear bra if it gets damaged and put on a new one. I think socals (Tom) has a story about doing just that with his car or his friend's car. I paid to have Venture Shield clear bra put on my NSX. I'm happy with it.
The original owner of my NSX had a 3-M clear bra installed when new. It has been on there for 5 years and so far, no chips or incidental damage is apparent. I like the clear bra much better than Patty's new "This is Not a Bra" (in the Odds & Ends Pictures thread)
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^In other words, you prefer clear bras to black bras. You male, you.
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After my last attempt at poor humor (or a poor attempt at humor, depending on one's point of view) regarding Kyras I am going to refrain from commenting.
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Originally Posted by Matt_in_VA,Oct 19 2010, 07:37 PM
After my last attempt at poor humor (or a poor attempt at humor, depending on one's point of view) regarding Kyras I am going to refrain from commenting.
Probably a good idea even though I forgot what it was.


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