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Old 11-07-2008, 04:48 PM
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Scratches on Clear Bra

Hi All,
I have noticed a couple light scratches on my clear bra and was wondering if there is any way to get it out. They aren't deep and aren't white but you can still notice them. Any procedures would be appreciated.
Old 11-07-2008, 04:49 PM
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I have some of those as well and I'm not sure what can be done. I have one longer one about 5 inches across the hood that I would like to go away
Old 11-07-2008, 04:53 PM
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well, first we have to identify the problem, then find a solution, then FIX IT!!!!!!!....lol



since its a sticker, might be hard to fix a scratch on it
Old 11-07-2008, 04:54 PM
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isn't that the purpose of clear bra? to prevent scratches on your paint from daily driving?
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...and here I thought it was so people could say "Hey, what's that line on yer hood for?"
Old 11-07-2008, 04:58 PM
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People - its a scratch on the clear bra and not on the paint itself. But it's nice when the clear bra is flawless as well and I'm pretty sure you can use some type of compound, as you do on paint, to take out the imperfections. Anyone? Concourse might know?
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aliiin,

Only protects the paint. think about it, it scratched the clear bra and not the paint itself


CHIA, whats in line for ur hood?
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Originally Posted by nogoodname007
aliiin,

Only protects the paint. think about it, it scratched the clear bra and not the paint itself


CHIA, whats in line for ur hood?
wait what? i understand it protects the paint, that's the point of clear bra... to prevent the scratches from daily driving, instead of scratching paint, scratches clear bra... isn't that what i said?
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Anyone try detailing out the scratches, mine are on the lower fascia but I still notice them.
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Originally Posted by aliiin
wait what? i understand it protects the paint, that's the point of clear bra... to prevent the scratches from daily driving, instead of scratching paint, scratches clear bra... isn't that what i said?
i dunno
Old 11-07-2008, 05:23 PM
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Light scratches on the clear bra can be buffed out the same way as when they are on your clear coat, use a Porter Cable or something similar with some rubbing compound...Worked like a charm for me just like the installers of the clear bra said it would. Did your installer not give you this wonderful bit of information??
Old 11-07-2008, 06:54 PM
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Are you sure you can use any sort of compound with a buffer on a clearbra? I thought that was a big "no-no".

OP - Have you tried using Plexus? Apparently it's a product that's supposed to clean, maintain, and help clearbras looks really good.
Old 11-07-2008, 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by nogoodname007
well, first we have to identify the problem, then find a solution, then FIX IT!!!!!!!
Old 11-07-2008, 07:32 PM
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PLEXUS doesn't do squat except give you shiny scratches. You can use the PC and a polish; I've used Menzerna SIP and PO106FF with good results.
Old 11-07-2008, 07:35 PM
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honestly, are you guys wussies or what ? oou i got a scratch on my clear bra... like WTF ??? remind me what was the reason you got it for initially ?


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