This page is dedicated to information about car bras of all types. Given the advances in car bra material and the number of choices, we will summarize your options. There are a number of choices to protect your automobiles hood and front bumper. Reading this article will help you make the best decision for your car.
Why use a car bra
Most people use a bra to prevent damage to the hood of their automobile. The wide variation of styles and materials available today can make your choice more difficult. We can help you review those options and help you choose the type of protection for your car. Do you want to protect your car from bugs, salt, rocks and other road debris? Then a bra for your car is the right choice to stop or minimize that damage. Depending on where you live, a bra is more important in the winter months. A downside to most bras is that they don’t perform well in the winter and accumulate ice and debris. A magnetic car bra does not attract and hold material like other conventional bras. Think of a bra for your car like a protective case for your phone.
Others want to use a bra to bring a sporty appearance to their vehicle. The ability to customize your car remains the second most popular reason to add a bra and stand out from the crowd.
Most car bras have a set of ears or a large roll of material at the edge. These features are there specifically to prevent flapping or flutter at higher speeds. This movement of the bra can cause damage to you car. This article lists the pros and cons of using a bra
Material choices
Cloth, leather, polyurethane, magnetic vinyl, vinyl and temporary tape have all been used as a car bra. Depending on how these are applied and shaped can impact the performance. If not done properly there is the potential for damage to your car. The choice of material will dictate the amount of care and maintenance required for the bra on your car. You must remove bras made of materials that trap water and dirt. Frequent cleaning to remove debris and allowing the water to evaporate will help prevent damage.
Different shapes for your bra
There are many different bra shapes: T-Style bras have an inverted T-shape on your hood, sports bras cover only the front edge of the hood, and full front-end bras that cover both your hood and your front bumper. None of these include paint protection film that can cover partial areas such as hood, fenders and mirrors or be expanded to cover almost every surface of your car.
What types of car bras are available?
Mesh full and partial bras offered in 1 and 2 piece designs
Paint protection film can be applied to any surface on your car. This material can be cut to size or wrapped over the edges. Most people protect the front end, hood and fenders using this material
Magnetic car bras cover the front section of your hood where the most damage occurs. This material is 3 times thicker than paint protection film. It is also more resistant to damage from debris than any other bra type. Each bra is custome designed to fit the exact make and model of your vehicle.
Vinyl and cloth bras offered in 1 and 2 piece designs. These can cover the complete front of your car or be available for the hood only in short or T-Style
Does a bug deflector work as well as a bra for your car?
The short answer is no, it doesn’t work like a car bra. The deflector is meant to change the air flow over the hood of your automobile. It will deflect light weight objects like bugs as a result, it will not work for heavy objects like rocks and road debris. If all you are concerned about is bugs then this might be a good option for you.
Car bras and damage to your paint
Any material that is in contact with your cars paint can potential cause damage. Debris trapped between the bra and the paint can scratch or abrade the surface over time. This is greatly influenced by the amount of movement the bra has during use. a poorly fitted bra and dirt trapped in the backing material can be a disaster over time.
What are the downside clear of bras
The biggest downside to a clear bra is the eventual removal of the film. Also any damaged film can be difficult to replace without a trip to your local shop. This can be because of age, damage or discoloration of your bra material. Also people have reported that the protected portion of their paint is less faded than the rest of the vehicle and leaves a “sun tan” segmentation. Paint protection film is also the most expensive in comparison to the amount of area covered. Want to read more? Here is an article on PPF issues.
Which car bra is right for you
In conclusion, you will need to decide which bra is right for you. There are many different options and only you can decide which one will offer you the style and protection you want for your car.
If you want a second opinion, read the article from the link here. Car bra pros comparison