Is this how a ClearBra should look?
 

Just had a ClearBra installed on my new Z last week. The picture isn't that great but you can see the imperfection near the front edge of the hood. The pic doesn't show it but these actually run all along the leading edge of the hood. Is this the way this process should turn out? I haven't had it done before.

The installer said to give it a few days in the sun to settle out, which I have, but I don't see it changing. Time for a redo?

It shouldn't look like that. I've got a few of those because the dealer I bought the car from farmed out the clear bra work to rank amateurs. Coincidentally, it happened in your neck of the woods.

Nope. Should no loo like that.

:iagree:

It looks like they might have heated up or stretched the material too much. I have never seen a flawless clear bra so don't expect perfection but if it bothers you that much and it is worth your time, take it back.

should look like this... (flawless)

btw i installed mine a few weeks ago. :p

http://www.the370z.com/members/kench...3-clearbra.jpg

Definitely should not look like that and I've had mine for 2 years and it looks near perfect

My clearbra has such imperfections but it didn't bother me that much so I just left it.

Kenchan, that looks awesome man.

Thanks! :D

That really does look perfect, Kenchan, great work.

Thanks all for the responses. I'm heading back for a redo......:ugh2:

Your installer wasn't the one a dealer (who shall not be named, but is active on the forums) in that area sends all their cars to, was it?

thanks. it should literally look perfect (like a coating of gloss) if installed correctly. :)

[QUOTE=kenchan;2415580]should look like this... (flawless)

btw i installed mine a few weeks ago. :p

Hey Kechan,

I'm assuming you are from Ontario since you are sponsored by Alcheng.

Just wondering where you got that done? The ones on mine are starting to haze and lift a little from the previous owner. Looking to replace it.

Thanks!

it was done at Kenchan's Ultimate Garage :icon17: ;) i installed it.

Hahahaha!!!

Then, Excellent Job! Know of any place that can do this as well as you?

NOOO it shouldnt look like that. Mine is flawless. You cant even tell its on! And mine is 1/3 of hood, front bumper, mirrors, and sides down low.

thanks. :D sorry boomers, i dont have any recommendations for ontario. have you checked with mr.alcheng? :)

you need to do mines for me then :D.. i love your work. i bought the clear bra and squeegee already havent had time to actually do it myself. waiting to go on vacation in two weeks before i start on it

Mine was installed 2 yr. ago. It still looks perfect.

Make sure you polish the car really well before you put the bra on.

I have been thinking about getting a clear bra but not sure which one to order? Any suggestions on a brand? links?

I'd have a good local installer handle it. It's not an easy DIY. 3m and venture shield seem to be the most common brands.

xpel ultimate is what i used per recommendation by xpel himself. i think he's a vendor or a sponsor or something.

it has self-healing surface so swirls from fingers, towels, you see a lot on clearbras dissappears.

Mine still 99.5% perfect after 2 yrs,

If you aren't having luck where you went, Mark at Clear Autobra on Kirkham road in Webster does excellent work. If this is where you went, he should redo it no problems!

My clear bra looks like orange peel. it was done by some douche at the dealer 6 months ago. it's started peeling.

is there warranty on the material or work? i would start there.

Mines looks perfect with no imperfections at all. They had me go over their work before they wanted my money and let me drive off.

Mine covers about 3/4 of the car and I defy anyone to tell where it is installed. Yours may smooth out a little in the heat, but it should have NO ripples if it is installed correctly.