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Old 04-30-2008, 01:24 AM
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Would the clear bra that you can get on the front of your car work on rims?
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Old 04-30-2008, 01:30 AM
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...and what would it protect the rims from? brake dust just wipes off, and some little layer of film might protect the car from a few rock chips, but it isn't going to save you from curbing a rim.
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meh....

not worth the effort/$$$ IMO
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interesting idea, but curb rash, pot holes, and knicks from tire installation are the biggest causes of rim damage. a clear bra wouldnt prevent any of them.
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you'd be better off getting foam rubber and putting it on your wheel
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I think the guys at NERF should get on this ASAP.
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