

| Subject: | Re: Vanagon Bra?? |
| From: | Steve Schwenk |
| Date: | Wed, 27 Oct 1999 08:40:28 -0700 |
Are you sure it is easily removable? There is an adhesive...and on a syncro, i fear it may pull the decals off if youy try to remove it. steve John Rodgers wrote: > > Hans, > > Just a few days ago I addressed this problem by suggesting the use of a 3M > clear film that is applied to the surface of the vehicle much like you apply > window tint film. It is also as easily removable. This film is used in the > racecar world to protect the paint on the cars from chipping and peeling > during a race as well as preventing the various decals from peeling off at > high speeds. It also is U/V repellant, meaning you won't have to worry about > paint fade in sunlight. > > Though I have not used it myself, it appears it would be superior to a "Bra" > in that it is > a onetime application, protects the paint forever..or until you remove it, and > will not give you that paint sanding and scratching on the paint that a "Bra" > will do when it traps grit and dust under it. > > I plan to use it when I paint my van in the not to distant future. > > You really should explore the possibility. > > John Rodgers > "88GL Driver > > "Hans V." wrote: > > > Has anyone out there had long term use effects from installing a bra ? > > I painted my van last year, always wax it etc, but a few new stone chips > > have me thinking about it. what about moisture dampness ? Do they dryout ? > > Effects on paint long term ,rust buildup etc etc. THANKS. > > > > ______________________________________________________ > > Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
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