red67

i need a bra for a long journey for a 69 T with hella's (see my avatar) i don't like how bra's look but its essential i consider for a huge trip and nice paintwork at the end of it.

has anyone pictures or recommendations for a specific type (preferably to fit without a chin spoiler but with hellas?

(and can you get them so the trunk opens without taking it off each time?)

cheers
Paul

lfe132

I don't know the answers to all your questions, but MAKE SURE IT FITS ABSOLUTELY CORRECT AND SNUG or the wind could make it flap and rub the paint off.

diamondcarrera

I have the Colgan (official PCNA) two piece type so that you can get in and out of the front without removal. Its a snucg fit and has pockets with flaps for driving lamps.
I dont like the look either but when on long touring holidays need to protect the front end..... I had to import mine from the US - Really pleased I also have the mirror bras.... they are fab too!
See pic.....

red67

thanks guys
thats just the ticket diamond. i'm gonna check out colgan.

can i ask you a few questions? -
some guys say they trap condensation and fade paint - have you found that?
i have euro reg. plates like you, but the mount for my plates recesses so i think the bra could slip underneath the plate instead of obscurring it - but looking at your picture is that impossible?

diamondcarrera

Red....
I think they prob could trap condensation but I only use it on long journeys and then take it off once the M-way miles are done (where chip risk is at the highest..)
The plate can be squezed in (with mod to either the holder or the bra itself - but I have found that it fits tighter over the top and the police have never stopped me with it - apart from in France once and when I explained that it was only for the journey there and back and would be removed once at the destination they were happy - and had their pic taken with the car!!!
I ordered mine through www.porscheshop.co.uk (email Paul or Anthony and tell them that you spoke to Adam with anniversary Cab..... they are good guys.
Also deffo get teh mirror bras too.

red67

cheers mate thats brilliant advice and a fun story. (it's actually france i'll be doing a lot of miles next summer classic lemans and and alps trip so thats what i need it for)

i'll send a mail their way. thanks for the recommendation.
think your 2 piece is the best way to go also.
i only have one small drivers side durandel mirror (chrome) so its no so essential for me.

diamondcarrera

Ok good luck in France....

diamondcarrera

One other thing... its law in France that you carry the following in your car.. and they are strict about this, more than number plates..
Fire Extinguisher/hazard warning triangle/spare fuses+bulbs/hi-vis vest/display country sticker (either on car or rear number plate if Euro style plates).
Take care...

red67

thanks diamond
PM'd you

diamondcarrera

pm'd u back!