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Speaking of which ... I've shied from doing headlamps with it recently. I think 2005+ headlamps are much better plastics now, and with the heat loading that can occur on the backside of the lamp, the clearbra could cause problems. My Evo VIII has clearbra on the lamps, actually thick stuff, then again I have the Xeons which at that interface run cooler.
If I were to convert to superbrights I would not run clear bra on them like my Pontiac G8.
In general, the most exposed rigid surface is the front of the hood. That'll chip with anything and clearbra is great there. In fact on the front edge of the roof is another good place for a small "strip." The bumper really doesn't chip easily, but because it receives the most direct stone chips, clearbra works great there. Plus I like not having to claybar the bejezus out of it, and simply use a good plastic polish like Plexus or HonPolish to brighten it up.
Don't shy away from 6 to 8 mil 3M clearbra. Its the best I believe. Some peeps will tell you to run thick, but thick is hard to put on, (which is half the battle) and between the new 3M stuff really doesn't protect better (and probably worse that its not 3M) than the 6 to 8 mil stuff.
My G8 has been the testing ground for the newer 3M stuff and after three years and two winters the stuff is really holding up well ... better than my Evo's stuff put on in 2003. Both still look better than no clearbra regardless.
Another trick is if you fill in all your little dots with some tender loving care and a really good prep-pen, light knowledgeable application of lacquer thinner, and a color matched and UV enhanced touch up paint, the clear bra even now will help the already chips look pretty darn good.
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If I were to convert to superbrights I would not run clear bra on them like my Pontiac G8.
In general, the most exposed rigid surface is the front of the hood. That'll chip with anything and clearbra is great there. In fact on the front edge of the roof is another good place for a small "strip." The bumper really doesn't chip easily, but because it receives the most direct stone chips, clearbra works great there. Plus I like not having to claybar the bejezus out of it, and simply use a good plastic polish like Plexus or HonPolish to brighten it up.
Don't shy away from 6 to 8 mil 3M clearbra. Its the best I believe. Some peeps will tell you to run thick, but thick is hard to put on, (which is half the battle) and between the new 3M stuff really doesn't protect better (and probably worse that its not 3M) than the 6 to 8 mil stuff.
My G8 has been the testing ground for the newer 3M stuff and after three years and two winters the stuff is really holding up well ... better than my Evo's stuff put on in 2003. Both still look better than no clearbra regardless.
Another trick is if you fill in all your little dots with some tender loving care and a really good prep-pen, light knowledgeable application of lacquer thinner, and a color matched and UV enhanced touch up paint, the clear bra even now will help the already chips look pretty darn good.
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~j.
the clear bra had no affect with the 3M stuff..I have a friend here in slc locally who wraps cars, clear bra, tint etc.. there's a few different choices you can select from. I think 3M is the way to go 
I like the 3M CF diNoc..I know thats completely off topic but my uncle has a motor coached wrapped in it! OMG 
it's sick..it's called Radar 1 
From the subaru forum:
12:00 - Meet at Hooters in SLC (7157 South State Street)
1:00 - Go in and eat (I will make reservations based upon how many people reply)
*** everyone present gets 10% off food, drink, and merchandise (not alcohol)
3:00 - 5:00 - Cruise to Layton (including stops for photoshoots)
6:05 - Pile in to the theater to catch the movie
*** or ***
7:30 - Pile into the theater to catch the movie (if we are running late)
http://www.fandango.com/cinemarktinselt ... =3/13/2011
Here is the cruising route (we're taking Legacy for slower moving shots and less traffic)
(Includes a 1/2 way stopping point off legacy parkway)
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 17294&z=11
Close-up of the 1/2 way parking spot / photo area:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 01929&z=16
And the movie trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORb3zC8z94w
12:00 - Meet at Hooters in SLC (7157 South State Street)
1:00 - Go in and eat (I will make reservations based upon how many people reply)
*** everyone present gets 10% off food, drink, and merchandise (not alcohol)
3:00 - 5:00 - Cruise to Layton (including stops for photoshoots)
6:05 - Pile in to the theater to catch the movie
*** or ***
7:30 - Pile into the theater to catch the movie (if we are running late)
http://www.fandango.com/cinemarktinselt ... =3/13/2011
Here is the cruising route (we're taking Legacy for slower moving shots and less traffic)
(Includes a 1/2 way stopping point off legacy parkway)
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 17294&z=11
Close-up of the 1/2 way parking spot / photo area:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 01929&z=16
And the movie trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORb3zC8z94w
Nice I might try and Come up to that 
I might bring a another Subie friend too. We I might be a little late because I will be going to a friends Mission farewell at 10-noon but I can head up after possibly. I will let you know for sure tomorrow if I will make it up for the reservations.
I might bring a another Subie friend too. We I might be a little late because I will be going to a friends Mission farewell at 10-noon but I can head up after possibly. I will let you know for sure tomorrow if I will make it up for the reservations.
I don't think any car rules the world, every car has it's distinct advantages and disadvantages. Hell, I think my friend's Prelude is dope just because I think they look pretty sweet.
Or gf's bro's Caliber... Just because it has a ****ING FLASH LIGHT BUILT IN!!!!
