Review: Covercraft Full Nose Mask

ZKindaGuy · 12-05-2009, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by HTP AutoWorks

Zkindofguy... I had a piece of tire, roughly half of it, flip up and hit my bumper, headlight, hood, and then over the windshield at 80mph and therre wasnt one single scuff on the paint. There were some black marks on the film but they buffed right out. So I am not sure what your "those times" are but it seems to hold up better than you lead on. In fact I would be willing to say that its youre remarks about clear bras not holding up that lead to people becoming "brainless sheep". if you want to stick with 80s technology and cover up the lines of your car, go ahead. But do not put out false information about paint protection film not holding up. If that were true all of these Ferrari, Porsche, Lambo... owners would not be getting them. They would be driving around like you with a big piece of leather covering up their beautifu cars.

I'm not putting false information about anything. And its funny you should mention the "tire" incident you had. That is exactly what one of the incidents I was refering to when I had a clear bra on my Shelby GT and it didn't do sh*t. The foot long piece of tire "gator" flew off the back of a semi and slammed the front passenger portion of my front fascia. It actually pierced the clear-bra leaving a ragged edge in the clear-bra material and made it to the actual bumper plastic leaving a tread mark outline and indentation that to the day I sold the car never came out.

Now on my 370Z I had the same thing happen but I had the leather "80's technology" bra on. It slammed the car even harder than the other incident with the Stang as this "gator" was larger and rocked the 370Z when it hit it. I immediately pulled over to the side of the road expecting to find all kinds of damage....and there was absolutely nothing at all. Even the "80's technology" leather still remained intact. It just had a flat-black scuff across the leather at the strike point which came off very easily using some leather cleaner and conditioner.

So spare me your knee-jerk "sales job" when I can show that "80's technology" works any day of the week because it NEVER fails and isn't a pure CRAP SHOOT like when using "modern-day clear-bra technology".

And BTW...just because a clear-bra makes its way onto some exotic brand of vehicle has absolutely nothing to do with how well the clear bra will actually protect the car. So HTP AutoWorks, do you want a shot at the "proven technologies" title?

HTP AutoWorks · 12-05-2009, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

I'm not putting false information about anything. And its funny you should mention the "tire" incident you had. That is exactly what one of the incidents I was refering to when I had a clear bra on my Shelby GT and it didn't do sh*t. The foot long piece of tire "gator" flew off the back of a semi and slammed the front passenger portion of my front fascia. It actually pierced the clear-bra leaving a ragged edge in the clear-bra material and made it to the actual bumper plastic leaving a tread mark outline and indentation that to the day I sold the car never came out.

Now on my 370Z I had the same thing happen but I had the leather "80's technology" bra on. It slammed the car even harder than the other incident with the Stang as this "gator" was larger and rocked the 370Z when it hit it. I immediately pulled over to the side of the road expecting to find all kinds of damage....and there was absolutely nothing at all. Even the "80's technology" leather still remained intact. It just had a flat-black scuff across the leather at the strike point which came off very easily using some leather cleaner and conditioner.

So spare me your knee-jerk "sales job" when I can show that "80's technology" works any day of the week because it NEVER fails and isn't a pure CRAP SHOOT like when using "modern-day clear-bra technology".

And BTW...just because a clear-bra makes its way onto some exotic brand of vehicle has absolutely nothing to do with how well the clear bra will actually protect the car. So HTP AutoWorks, do you want a shot at the "proven technologies" title?

Well I am not sure what you mean by "taking a shot at the title" but I will put a clear bra up against a leather one any day of the week. For one I wont get laughed at for having something that ugly on a beautiful car. Two the clear bra will protect not only the front but also the rocker panels, lights, A pillars... pretty much every square inch of the car if you want it where your leather bra will only protect part of the front. 1 headlight along will cost more than the installation of a clear bra. Three with a clear bra you do not have to worry about the bra vibrating at high speeds... once dirt gets underneath it is will be abrasive on the paint. And everyone knows how soft paint is on todays vehicles. And lastly I will not ever have to worry about taking it off and putting it back on. Its on 24/7 translating to more vehicle protection all of the time... not just when you have it on. So if we want to make this a test then sure... I guess with a mouth like your you surely have something in mind... or are you just all hot air???

antennahead · 12-05-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by HTP AutoWorks

False. Paint protection film will stop a half inch stone at 140mph. Its been tested over and over. Besides... and I am just being honest here, that is one of the worst looking bras I have seen. It doesnt fit smoothly, is very bulky, and just looks horrible with that color. At least with clear bras you can cover any area of the car and the headlights.

Zkindofguy... I had a piece of tire, roughly half of it, flip up and hit my bumper, headlight, hood, and then over the windshield at 80mph and therre wasnt one single scuff on the paint. There were some black marks on the film but they buffed right out. So I am not sure what your "those times" are but it seems to hold up better than you lead on. In fact I would be willing to say that its youre remarks about clear bras not holding up that lead to people becoming "brainless sheep". if you want to stick with 80s technology and cover up the lines of your car, go ahead. But do not put out false information about paint protection film not holding up. If that were true all of these Ferrari, Porsche, Lambo... owners would not be getting them. They would be driving around like you with a big piece of leather covering up their beautifu cars.

I have had clearbra on my Z since the beginning of April, right after I bought the car. I drive the interstate daily to work. My front end looks like new. Rocks and debris at highway speeds have not damaged or torn the clearbra. My 350 looked like sh!t, as if someone had shot the nose with a shotgun. My 370 looks showroom new. From a performance standpoint in resiliancy to rocks, it is an excellent product. It also has zero peeling and no yellowing.... looks as good as the day it was installed. You guys can debate looks and conventional bras all day long, but the clearbra is a winner from a protection and asthetics standpoint on my car.

John

theDreamer · 12-05-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by HTP AutoWorks

False. Paint protection film will stop a half inch stone at 140mph. Its been tested over and over. Besides... and I am just being honest here, that is one of the worst looking bras I have seen. It doesnt fit smoothly, is very bulky, and just looks horrible with that color. At least with clear bras you can cover any area of the car and the headlights.

Proof to this "test."
As I have seen a clear bra on a car and then drove next to it from Houston to Austin, guess what, it had rock chips under the clear bra from road debris, rocks, etc. A good leather front mask will protect better on highways (city to city driving), inter-city driving I have no tests on as I could careless at this point.

kdo2milger · 12-05-2009, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

as I could careless at this point.

lol dreamer dont let that snow get ya down

ZKindaGuy · 12-05-2009, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

clearbra would be more modern look?

As for the comment about getting a clear bra instead because it looks more modern or in with the times that is a bunch of

. Whether a person uses a leather / vinyl bra or clear has nothing to do with "modern" times...it is a preference and that's all it is.

It's

remarks like that create

fables and myths that other

brainless sheep then start to take to heart.

And besides, a clear bra doesn't do jack for many things that get tossed up and slamming toward the car's front. The leather / vinyl bras do protect well against those times.

BAAAAAAAAA.....

Zdom · 12-02-2009, 12:59 PM

I assume it is good quality, however, exploding the picture view, it doesn't look like it has a very tailored fit, looks more baggie than I would expect it to be.

Master_Ly · 12-03-2009, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Zdom

I assume it is good quality, however, exploding the picture view, it doesn't look like it has a very tailored fit, looks more baggie than I would expect it to be.

Yeah, I took the pic when I was test fitting it as I mentioned before but because I did not use the Velcro, the center top of the mask does sag a tad bit. In a couple weekends after I finish my finals, I am going to go to Lowes or Home Depot and see if I can fabricate some strap-hooks in lieu of the Velcro and alleviate the sag. Once I get that done, I'll post some new pics up.

PapoZalsa · 12-04-2009, 08:51 PM

I would only used it on long drives.

kdo2milger · 12-04-2009, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

I would only used it on long drives.

nice avatar you got there...

FricFrac · 12-05-2009, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Master_Ly

........ I learned this lesson from when I had a LaBra on my 91 Camaro RS (305).........

Its possible that's the last time I saw a black bra on a car - I thought they were extinct. ;p Probably a good idea for long road trips if you don't have a clear bra...

Micas · 12-05-2009, 12:36 AM

It's a car.. not a priceless work of art. Cars get some damage here and there. That's the nature of driving. It's not a big deal.

Putting a giant piece of black fabric on the front of a car is a travesty.

ZKindaGuy · 12-05-2009, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Micas

It's a car.. not a priceless work of art. Cars get some damage here and there. That's the nature of driving. It's not a big deal.

Putting a giant piece of black fabric on the front of a car is a travesty.

No what is a travesty is an attitude that one shouldn't try to take care of what they do have so that it lasts longer and maintains the highest possible value. I'm glad you aren't living in my neighborhood.

Micas · 12-05-2009, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

No what is a travesty is an attitude that one shouldn't try to take care of what they do have so that it lasts longer and maintains the highest possible value. I'm glad you aren't living in my neighborhood.

Well, that's.. uh.. psychotic.

Dude.. you've clearly lost your mind when you've internalized discussions about a car into a rage about personal crap about who lives in your neighborhood.

Seriously.. people enjoy their cars.. and the various things that are involed with them.. but you've gone completely over the rainbow, lost your mind, one flew over the cookoo's nest crazy in response to a thread.. about a car.. on the internet.

I fear for anyone who actually knows you in person.

ZKindaGuy · 12-06-2009, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Micas

Well, that's.. uh.. psychotic.

Dude.. you've clearly lost your mind when you've internalized discussions about a car into a rage about personal crap about who lives in your neighborhood.

Seriously.. people enjoy their cars.. and the various things that are involed with them.. but you've gone completely over the rainbow, lost your mind, one flew over the cookoo's nest crazy in response to a thread.. about a car.. on the internet.

I fear for anyone who actually knows you in person.

Yada..yada...yada....

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Zdom Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: VA Posts: 46 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Tour Rep Power: 17	I assume it is good quality, however, exploding the picture view, it doesn't look like it has a very tailored fit, looks more baggie than I would expect it to be.

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Micas Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: D/FW Posts: 54 Drives: 2004 G35 Coupe Rep Power: 17	It's a car.. not a priceless work of art. Cars get some damage here and there. That's the nature of driving. It's not a big deal. Putting a giant piece of black fabric on the front of a car is a travesty.