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Old 01-30-2006, 08:30 PM
GreenAndBlue GreenAndBlue is offline
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Default Re: If you don't want / need to wear a front lic. plate - read this

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Originally Posted by zimbop
Ummm, since the front plate is required in your state, and since the bra adds wind resistance and reduces FE... why not just save yourself the hassle and money by not buying a Bra and leaving the plate on the bumper?
Zimbop - I'm not referring to a conventional cloth / fabric bra. I'd never put one of those on a car. Instead, I'm referring to 'Paint protection film'. 3M makes a version - you can see it on their site. It's about 8mil thick, from what I recall - and unless you're right up on the car, you can't even tell it's there (it's clear). No fading, scratching or paint clouding. But really protects against paint chips. Had it on my last car and thought it a worthwhile purchase.

As for leaving the plate on the bumper - I'm prepared to accept the consequences of my actions

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Mark

Sometimes we could all use a little less


My hybrid automobiles:

Current:
2006 Honda Civic Hybrid (CVT, w/o Nav)
Magnetic Pearl / Blue - 008661, born 12/28/05
Mods: Neck pillows, Garmin C330 Nav, Draw-tite 1.25" hitch (for bikes, not towing!), Pioneer Inno XM receiver via Aux jack, OEM mud flaps, more to come!


Hypermiler status on 3/12/06 @ 3077mi.

Previous:
2005 Honda Accord Hybrid (5AT/Navi)
Desert Mist / Ivory - 001254
Retired 1/21/06 - LMPG 34.1

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