Where did you guys buy your 3M Clear Bra? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

philipdistefano · 10-19-2009, 03:13 PM

I'm getting ready to order my 3M Clear Bra, and I'm just wondering if anyone knows where the cheapest place is to order online, and about how much is a fair price for someone to install it.

I've been looking at invisiblemask.com, and they look pretty reasonable, but it doesn't look like I can order the clear bra for the mirrors by themselves from there without getting the front half of the hood bra too.

Thanks!

edit: I have changed my mind and now want a VentureShield clear bra. Is there anywhere to buy these things online or do you have to buy from a supplier or dealer or something? I can't seem to find them anywhere.

montej23 · 10-19-2009, 04:26 PM

If you really want a good install on this i would recommend taking it to someone that knows how to install this clear bra. Around my location it is 700 installed and well worth it

philipdistefano · 10-19-2009, 06:08 PM

That's paying dealer price for the bra though, right? I have a recommendation from a fellow forum member for a local guy that does installs. I just want to know what a fair price is. I'm only planning on doing the front bumper, the lights, and the top of the front bumper (and the mirrors if I can find a precut kit with just the mirrors). Those three parts, not including the mirror, would be $272 (for 3M Scotchguard) ordered off of the Internet from invisiblemask.com. Then I'd have to pay for the labor.

Just looking to see what's a fair price for that and if $272 is a good price for the 3M clear bra parts.

htp autoworks · 10-19-2009, 08:59 PM

Its an ok price. I would highly recommend going with VentureShield Ultra over 3M. You will not be happy with the amount of orange peel in 3M... so much so that it makes it much more noticable from a distance. VentureShield Ultra also has a lifetime warranty as opposed to 3M's 5 year warranty. if you are interested in VentureShield let me know. I can get it at a pretty good price and can get the mirrors without the hood and fenders. Send me a PM and I will get you a quote.

philipdistefano · 10-19-2009, 10:56 PM

What is "orange peel"?

htp autoworks · 10-20-2009, 05:49 AM

Its a texture in the film that makes the surface "wavy" like an orange pell is. Ideally you want a film that is perfectly smooth so it matches the paints surface. PM me your email and I will send you a couple of picks... one of 3M and the other of VentureShield... both on the same black car. I think you will be pretty amazed at the difference.

philipdistefano · 10-20-2009, 12:59 PM

Sent you my email address. Thanks.

Chrisrp454 · 10-20-2009, 01:21 PM

He did mine!

Highly recommended by me!

Quote:

Originally Posted by htp autoworks

Its a texture in the film that makes the surface "wavy" like an orange pell is. Ideally you want a film that is perfectly smooth so it matches the paints surface. PM me your email and I will send you a couple of picks... one of 3M and the other of VentureShield... both on the same black car. I think you will be pretty amazed at the difference.

Embalmer · 10-20-2009, 02:23 PM

Can you guys just post the pics here?

philipdistefano · 10-20-2009, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Embalmer

Can you guys just post the pics here?

He hasn't sent me anything yet. If/when he does, I'll ask him to post them here.

Chrisrp454 · 10-21-2009, 08:37 AM

You can see the full front with it after stripes just view my garage.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Embalmer

Can you guys just post the pics here?

philipdistefano · 10-21-2009, 08:09 PM

I wasn't just going to post htp's pictures without his permission, but they're on his website, so here's a link: http://************.com/ClearMaskAR.html

htp autoworks · 10-21-2009, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philipdistefano

I wasn't just going to post htp's pictures without his permission, but they're on his website, so here's a link: http://************.com/ClearMaskAR.html

You are more than welcome to post them here. I just didnt have time earlier so I didnt get them up.

philipdistefano · 11-16-2009, 07:43 PM

I have changed my mind and now want a VentureShield clear bra. Is there anywhere to buy these things online or do you have to buy from a supplier or dealer or something? I can't seem to find them anywhere.

edit: ...so I may have changed my mind again. I don't know. If anyone has a picture of a 3M film on a yellow Camaro, I'd appreciate you posting it in this thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52558

10-19-2009, 03:13 PM	#1
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	Where did you guys buy your 3M Clear Bra? I'm getting ready to order my 3M Clear Bra, and I'm just wondering if anyone knows where the cheapest place is to order online, and about how much is a fair price for someone to install it. I've been looking at invisiblemask.com, and they look pretty reasonable, but it doesn't look like I can order the clear bra for the mirrors by themselves from there without getting the front half of the hood bra too. Thanks! edit: I have changed my mind and now want a VentureShield clear bra. Is there anywhere to buy these things online or do you have to buy from a supplier or dealer or something? I can't seem to find them anywhere. Last edited by philipdistefano; 11-16-2009 at 07:42 PM.

11-16-2009, 07:43 PM	#14
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	I have changed my mind and now want a VentureShield clear bra. Is there anywhere to buy these things online or do you have to buy from a supplier or dealer or something? I can't seem to find them anywhere. edit: ...so I may have changed my mind again. I don't know. If anyone has a picture of a 3M film on a yellow Camaro, I'd appreciate you posting it in this thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52558 Last edited by philipdistefano; 11-17-2009 at 05:10 PM.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
clear bra?	kalel	Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection	63	05-18-2015 08:21 PM
Clear bra or good detailing?	Q8Y	Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection	37	10-14-2009 11:49 AM
Clear bra installer in the D.C. metro area	Yellojacket	Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection	1	09-30-2009 08:16 AM
Clear Bra for Camaro?	pruettfan	Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection	28	06-05-2009 08:58 AM

10-19-2009, 04:26 PM	#2
montej23 Drives: 2011 VR Camaro Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arkansas Posts: 974 View My Garage	If you really want a good install on this i would recommend taking it to someone that knows how to install this clear bra. Around my location it is 700 installed and well worth it

10-19-2009, 06:08 PM	#3
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	That's paying dealer price for the bra though, right? I have a recommendation from a fellow forum member for a local guy that does installs. I just want to know what a fair price is. I'm only planning on doing the front bumper, the lights, and the top of the front bumper (and the mirrors if I can find a precut kit with just the mirrors). Those three parts, not including the mirror, would be $272 (for 3M Scotchguard) ordered off of the Internet from invisiblemask.com. Then I'd have to pay for the labor. Just looking to see what's a fair price for that and if $272 is a good price for the 3M clear bra parts.

10-19-2009, 08:59 PM	#4
htp autoworks Account Suspended Drives: 2007 Jeep SRT-8 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 507	Its an ok price. I would highly recommend going with VentureShield Ultra over 3M. You will not be happy with the amount of orange peel in 3M... so much so that it makes it much more noticable from a distance. VentureShield Ultra also has a lifetime warranty as opposed to 3M's 5 year warranty. if you are interested in VentureShield let me know. I can get it at a pretty good price and can get the mirrors without the hood and fenders. Send me a PM and I will get you a quote.

10-19-2009, 10:56 PM	#5
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	What is "orange peel"?

10-20-2009, 05:49 AM	#6
htp autoworks Account Suspended Drives: 2007 Jeep SRT-8 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 507	Its a texture in the film that makes the surface "wavy" like an orange pell is. Ideally you want a film that is perfectly smooth so it matches the paints surface. PM me your email and I will send you a couple of picks... one of 3M and the other of VentureShield... both on the same black car. I think you will be pretty amazed at the difference.

10-20-2009, 12:59 PM	#7
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	Sent you my email address. Thanks.

10-20-2009, 02:23 PM	#9
Embalmer 2G1FT1EWXA9103351 Drives: 2SS RS, SIM, 6pd, 20"Alum Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 607 View My Garage	Can you guys just post the pics here?

10-21-2009, 08:09 PM	#12
philipdistefano Remember, Remember... Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Posts: 688	I wasn't just going to post htp's pictures without his permission, but they're on his website, so here's a link: http://************.com/ClearMaskAR.html