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Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by patmar253, Apr 5, 2013.

  1. patmar253

    patmar253 New Member

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    Hi

    I want some idea to protect the front end of my new Prius v.
    I do lot's of highway.

    Thanks
     
    #1 patmar253, Apr 5, 2013
  2. frodoz737

    frodoz737 Top Wrench

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    Found on quick search, but you get the idea. My 2010 is peppered with minute rock chips like most. Never have used them myself and I'm sure many here would being to worried about loosing MPG. Just had my body guy give me a quick estimate while there for other business, and he said about $400 to redo the front clip.

    Prius v Hood Protector-Deflector Bug Shield-Front End Mask-Car Bra
     
    #2 frodoz737, Apr 5, 2013
  3. PLSPUSH

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    it's half that price on ebay
     
    #3 PLSPUSH, Apr 5, 2013
  4. frodoz737

    frodoz737 Top Wrench

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    Better...like I said, quick search. Was first hit effective to car.
     
    #4 frodoz737, Apr 5, 2013
  5. DGH

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    After I leave the dealer with a new car I head directly to the clear bra installer.
     
    #5 DGH, Apr 5, 2013
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  6. sURFNmADNESS

    sURFNmADNESS Prii Family

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    Clear bra is the best thing yet. Should be standard on all cars.
     
    #6 sURFNmADNESS, Apr 8, 2013
  7. tanasit

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    Below are hood protectors:

    Hood mask: 2012 Prius V Hood Protection, Hood Mask, Hood Deflector, Bug Shield, Car Bras, Auto Bra: JuicedHybrid.com

    Bug shield: 2012-2013 Prius v Hood Protector, Bug Shield Deflector, Car Bra, Front End Mask; Juicedhybrid.com

    Clear bra Full set: 3M Clear Bra Paint Protection Film Kit Fits Toyota Prius V 2012 2013 | eBay[​IMG]

    Clear bra Half set: 3M Clear Bra Paint Protection Film Kit Fits Toyota Prius V 2012 2013 | eBay[​IMG]

    Read more: http://priuschat.com/threads/hood-protector.124615/#ixzz2Q12IsBVL
     
    #7 tanasit, Apr 9, 2013
  8. speedysjp

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    Does anyone know the parts No of option which is sold in Canada?
    I prefer the colored hood deflector than clear color and found it in Toyota Canada site, however I could not find the product No.
     
    #8 speedysjp, May 17, 2013
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    +1 Clear Front End Mask.
    Mine covers the front bumper, hood, front of the fenders, headlights, side mirrors, inside of door handles, and the top of the back bumper. I had it installed about 10 months after I got the car and started to notice the front end getting pitted. I got it done by the same outfit that does it for the dealer. Except, I paid 2/3 of what the dealer wanted to charge me.
     
    #10 skwcrj, Oct 14, 2013
  11. Kurt E Sanders

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    Do you know if it matters if you have the Prius v ATP package which has the radar sensors in the bumper, whether they are covered with the protective shield or not?
     
    #11 Kurt E Sanders, Nov 7, 2013
  12. tanasit

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    The radar is NOT in the bumper but behind the logo on the hood. I taped the carbon decal and tested it and it did not interfere with the radar, so I installed it permanently as seen below.

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    #12 tanasit, Nov 7, 2013
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  13. Kurt E Sanders

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    Thanks, looks very professional. What about the parking radar sensors?
     
    #13 Kurt E Sanders, Nov 8, 2013
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    I believe it is the sonar sensor which is capped off with plastic lid, so the clear bra shouldn't be any problems.
     
    #14 tanasit, Nov 8, 2013
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