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Old Apr 3, 2001 | 05:59 AM
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If you are interested, check it out...it is certainly worth it!!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cg...292544&r=0&t=0
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 07:00 AM
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I have it and it is

Great to have. But unless you like having frustration attacks I would recommend someone to put it on for you. Its a wet application like tint, but like playing with stretchy thin plastic. I would hate to see someone ruin the kit and waste their money. In the Cincy area you can get both kits put on with labor for 330 plus tax. That is a steal considering the guy put in 7 hours to lay it correctly. I watched a good portion of the time (I am very **** when people work on my car, but he was really good!). And to agree once again with maximized, its worth it. Bra protection but outside 5 - 10 feet you can't see it.
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 01:08 PM
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Re: I have it and it is

Originally posted by Colonel
Great to have.
Did you get the full treatment with the hood and bumper parts? What about the mirrors and lights too?
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 01:21 PM
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Everything

except the lights. It comes it basically 4 pieces.
One for the bumper area (note: it goes just barely to the edge of the "corner")
One for the lower hood area
One for each mirror.
I was very pleased with the application.
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 01:44 PM
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Re: I have it and it is

I have a few questions for those who know or have it.

How does it look on the car?
Does it changes the color slightly?
I've heard that it looks bad on black, is that true?
What if u wanna remove it? Can it be done?
If u put it on the lights does it give the lights a different tint?
Who can I get to install it? Body guy?

Sorry for the 20 questions, thanks in advance.

P.S. If anyone has pics that would be greatly aprreciated.
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 02:07 PM
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Its looks fine. I have a silver car. Barely notice.
Nope.
Can't tell for sure. I believe you might be able to see it more
Yup, use a heat gun and peel back. Glue mess might be hard to clean up.
Not sure, don't have the lights kit
Goto www.xpel.com and look up certified appliers (sp). I will post pics as soon as my camera is fixed.
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 06:37 PM
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Re: HaulinMaxA$$

Originally posted by Colonel
Its looks fine. I have a silver car. Barely notice.
Nope.
Can't tell for sure. I believe you might be able to see it more
Yup, use a heat gun and peel back. Glue mess might be hard to clean up.
Not sure, don't have the lights kit
Goto www.xpel.com and look up certified appliers (sp). I will post pics as soon as my camera is fixed.
Thanx for the much needed info. A great help. Can't wait to see ur pics.
Old Apr 3, 2001 | 08:22 PM
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Another Question If I may

How well does the clear mask hold up against bumper scuffs by morons in parking lots? Thanks
Old Apr 4, 2001 | 06:22 AM
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Bumper Scuffs

I don't think this product is designed to protect against damage caused to your bumpers by other cars. If you need bumper protection like that, a set of thick bumper rub strips, or whatever they are called, should be installed on your car. I have seen many variations of these, and unless they are really necessary, I think they detract from the cars appearance. I have seen some odd color choices for these things AND some terrible installations which only make them look worse. I mean, stick that thing on STRAIGHT at least, otherwise it's gonna be lookin' cockeyed FOREVER!!
Old Apr 4, 2001 | 06:46 AM
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I've seen some that actually look good.
I mean it'll look awful if your car is white and you put on a slanted black piece.
Nissan sells pieces that match your paint. Some are even glossy.
But then there are those few that go crazy and end up putting it all over their bumpers. Tacky!!!
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