Old Jan 3, 2008 | 07:09 AM
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Xfire Frank
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From: Valley Forge, PA
Default Re: Do you get lots of rock chips? Poor paint quality?

Originally Posted by blackberry
Ribs out, interesting... That does sound the way to go, did you cover just the top of the hood or lower?
I used only the hood cover. It also came with two small pieces to cover the front corners of the fenders and the mirrors, which I never used. I SHOULD do the bumper as well, but after working on the hood, I'm not going to tackle that area for awhile - too many curves there. If I was to do it over again, I would use the eBay one first. Although it does not have the relief cutouts for the ribs, it does cover much more of the hood and the cost is $25.00 WITH shipping. Your looking at over $100.00 for the 3M one, but it is a bit thicker as I mentioned. So far, after 4,000 miles since install, not one chip on the hood. But, I'm a very careful driver and I don't tailgate. In fact, I intentionally drive back roads and avoid highways just for the stone chip issues. The PA turnpike here is like a sand blaster, especially with construction. But my cars all look good - lol.
 
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