Nose mask: Good idea for the 600 mile ride to C5FIII? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

musclecargirl · 07-24-2012, 08:34 PM

I' m considering purchasing a front nose mask (i.e. stretch bra) for my car to help protect against road debris and bugs during the ride to C5FIII.

Maybe something like the one Ohio Speed has to offer:
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ht=stretch+bra.

I've heard the front covers will scratch your car. I just want some protection for the long ride and don't have time or finances for a clear bra.

Was wondering if the stretch nose mask would be good investment (i.e. give some protection against road debris and bugs).

Let me know if you've used one or have an opinion.

Tysen · 07-24-2012, 08:49 PM

I was thinking about getting one as well. A couple members of our club have them and swear by them.

musclecargirl · 07-24-2012, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Tysen

I was thinking about getting one as well. A couple members of our club have them and swear by them.

Do you know what brand they have and if they've ever gone on a long road trip with it on?

Tysen · 07-24-2012, 08:59 PM

Same one you linked, and I think the longest they drove was about 2 hours.

scottc · 07-24-2012, 09:23 PM

I just ordered one from Ohio speed, talk to Jim, he'll hook u up. I don't want road rash from a 1200 mile trip either...

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-24-2012, 09:48 PM

The only reason I don't like the fabric masks is because when stuff gets stuck under them, it will cause abrasions on the paint underneath....

...but that's over a very long period of time...

I'll be driving mine up with a bottle of waterless wash in the trunk.

Supercharged SS · 07-24-2012, 09:48 PM

You could always use blue masking tape if you're in a bind.

edog · 07-24-2012, 09:54 PM

Is green tape better for the vehicle paint?

dianeokie · 07-24-2012, 09:59 PM

I think there's a thread about this subject somewhere. The main thing with the nose masks is never to use them when it rains and always take them off when you get where you're going. They should always fit well and not flap. We had one for our Roush. They are kind of a pain, but worth it to prevent damage.

Guess things didn't work out with Derek? it is expensive, but it's been worth it to me for the amazing results. Only one chip on the front......

musclecargirl · 07-24-2012, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dianeokie

I think there's a thread about this subject somewhere. The main thing with the nose masks is never to use them when it rains and always take them off when you get where you're going. They should always fit well and not flap. We had one for our Roush. They are kind of a pain, but worth it to prevent damage.

Guess things didn't work out with Derek? it is expensive, but it's been worth it to me for the amazing results. Only one chip on the front......

Thanks Diane. I did talk to Derek. I am going to get the clear bra as a long-term solution, just couldn't get it done before leaving Wednesday.

Derek says he's got a 'stealth' version that won't make my matte black hood shiny. So, should be interesting.

Thanks again.

musclecargirl · 07-24-2012, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

The only reason I don't like the fabric masks is because when stuff gets stuck under them, it will cause abrasions on the paint underneath....

...but that's over a very long period of time...

I'll be driving mine up with a bottle of waterless wash in the trunk.

Good idea. Going to pack some in the trunk too. Thanks.

Orange4me · 07-25-2012, 07:35 AM

I have this one from RPI designs. Looks very similar but attaches to grill. Used it to travel from Illinois to Canada last year for the BBOMG and camaro factory tour.

It worked great. Definitely keeps the bugs off. Takes less that 5 minutes to take on and off. Took it off every night and cleaned it in the bathtub at the hotel. Dries very quickly.

StretchBra

SilverIceman · 07-25-2012, 10:33 AM

I have one for long trips. Not so worried about the bugs as I was with rock chips, etc. For Oshawa last year I first put Road Wrap and/or blue painters
tape on the corners where it would have the most abrasion. Took twenty or thirty minutes to put on, but you save the time when you get there. Takes about a minute or two to take off. No bugs, no chips. Just take some waterless wash and some quick wax to touch up the finish.

musclecargirl · 07-25-2012, 03:33 PM

Thanks all for the tips.

07-24-2012, 08:34 PM	#1
musclecargirl Drives: 2010 2SS CGM w/IO Interior Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fayetteville, GA Posts: 290	Nose mask: Good idea for the 600 mile ride to C5FIII? I' m considering purchasing a front nose mask (i.e. stretch bra) for my car to help protect against road debris and bugs during the ride to C5FIII. Maybe something like the one Ohio Speed has to offer: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...ht=stretch+bra. I've heard the front covers will scratch your car. I just want some protection for the long ride and don't have time or finances for a clear bra. Was wondering if the stretch nose mask would be good investment (i.e. give some protection against road debris and bugs). Let me know if you've used one or have an opinion.

07-24-2012, 08:49 PM	#2
Tysen Drives: 2011 RJT 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: TN Posts: 2,441 View My Garage	I was thinking about getting one as well. A couple members of our club have them and swear by them. __________________ "I'm a man who discovered the wheel, and built the Eiffel Tower out of metal and brawn! That's what kind of man I am." - Ron Burgundy My build thread

07-24-2012, 08:59 PM	#4
Tysen Drives: 2011 RJT 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: TN Posts: 2,441 View My Garage	Same one you linked, and I think the longest they drove was about 2 hours. __________________ "I'm a man who discovered the wheel, and built the Eiffel Tower out of metal and brawn! That's what kind of man I am." - Ron Burgundy My build thread

07-24-2012, 09:23 PM	#5
scottc Central PA Camaro5 Club Drives: Hot Wheels Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: pa Posts: 2,367	I just ordered one from Ohio speed, talk to Jim, he'll hook u up. I don't want road rash from a 1200 mile trip either... __________________ Hot Wheel SE # 343

07-24-2012, 09:48 PM	#6
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	The only reason I don't like the fabric masks is because when stuff gets stuck under them, it will cause abrasions on the paint underneath.... ...but that's over a very long period of time... I'll be driving mine up with a bottle of waterless wash in the trunk. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

07-24-2012, 09:48 PM	#7
Supercharged SS Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Sandy Hook, CT Posts: 11,927	You could always use blue masking tape if you're in a bind.

07-24-2012, 09:54 PM	#8
edog Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: F'BURG VA Posts: 3,828 View My Garage	Is green tape better for the vehicle paint? __________________ Update...Build in process, Forged Rods, Pistons and rings, Johnson Lifters, NOVI1500 ECS SC, 13lb boost or more, LS3 Conversion 114/228/241 COMP CAM, Frostbite 4 row Aluminum radiator, 6L80 built, Circle D 6L80 PRO SERIES MULTI 258MM 2D, Stock 3.45 gears, 1-7/8 American Racing Headers w/HF cat, X-Pipe, Lingenfelter dual fuel pump, E-85 flex sensor, ATI super damper pulley, Ported TB, 160 therm, Trans cooler, Pedder's sways/end links/sub frame bushings, BMR trailing arms & toe rods, Coil overs. HP/TQ pending

07-24-2012, 09:59 PM	#9
dianeokie Going places Drives: 2011 2LT/RS Victory Red Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 4,897 View My Garage	Paint Protection I think there's a thread about this subject somewhere. The main thing with the nose masks is never to use them when it rains and always take them off when you get where you're going. They should always fit well and not flap. We had one for our Roush. They are kind of a pain, but worth it to prevent damage. Guess things didn't work out with Derek? it is expensive, but it's been worth it to me for the amazing results. Only one chip on the front...... __________________ "just stay with traffic, you'll be fine". = famous last words

07-25-2012, 07:35 AM	#12
Orange4me Drives: Chevrolet Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 86	I have this one from RPI designs. Looks very similar but attaches to grill. Used it to travel from Illinois to Canada last year for the BBOMG and camaro factory tour. It worked great. Definitely keeps the bugs off. Takes less that 5 minutes to take on and off. Took it off every night and cleaned it in the bathtub at the hotel. Dries very quickly. StretchBra __________________ 2SS - IOM - IOInterior - LS3 - 20" Polished Wheels

07-25-2012, 10:33 AM	#13
SilverIceman Drives: Camaro SS SIM Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 971 View My Garage	I have one for long trips. Not so worried about the bugs as I was with rock chips, etc. For Oshawa last year I first put Road Wrap and/or blue painters tape on the corners where it would have the most abrasion. Took twenty or thirty minutes to put on, but you save the time when you get there. Takes about a minute or two to take off. No bugs, no chips. Just take some waterless wash and some quick wax to touch up the finish. __________________ MYBADSS

07-25-2012, 03:33 PM	#14
musclecargirl Drives: 2010 2SS CGM w/IO Interior Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fayetteville, GA Posts: 290	Thanks all for the tips.