DIY: Southern California Clear Bra Installer

SoCal 370Z · 02-10-2009, 04:37 PM

Preface: I have no affiliation with Aero Tect and this is the first time I have contracted their services. I explained to them that I would be photographing the process, and there are more photographs, but for the sake of brevity I chose ones that convey the results.

Our 370Z just completed its clear bra installation through Aero Tect.

Areas covered include:

Bumper
Headlights
Bikini Cut Hood with the hood piece being wrapped versus pattern cut to edge
Fender (to bikini line) and Mirrors
A-Pillar and Roof
Rear Wheel Impact Area (Aero Tect industry 1st)
Factory Splash Guard Impact Area (Aero Tect industry 1st)

Material: VentureShield Ultra

I was searching for an installer who had a shop as I prefer that versus doing in my garage or theirs—Aero Tect fit my criterion well with a dedicated bay, and the added bonus of all the equipment to cut needed the patterns in-house, plus design, and cut if necessary.

Since I wanted a bit more protection and in reviewing the car with Francisco Castillo (the shop owner), along with Jason, and Adi, they derived, designed, and made the first available (that I know of) Rear Wheel Impact Area kit for the large flanks on the wheel wheels opening just behind the doors! They are also designing a kit for the Nissan factory splashguards, both front and rear to help prevent the areas of impact from getting damaged from flying tire debris. Custom!

My wife and and I could not be more satisfied with the results. In fact I was so pleased (I was there during the installation that I asked them to custom cut one of their logos that we placed on the rear windshield. It is always great when matters go well as I always hesitate (read worry) when having to have work done to any of our vehicles.

I will be adding more photograph(s) shading the exact ares where the clear bra was applied (as I have in the rear impact area).

I recommend Aero Tect with no reservations as they are enthiuasts like us!

Aero Tect
1935 Mckinley Ave Ste F
La Verne CA 91750-5840
Toll Free: (866) 388-2376

P.S. Watermarking the photographs with the Aero Tect logo was my idea (as I like to give credit to people for their work) and permission was granted for use on said photographs from Aero Tect.

arcticreaver · 02-14-2009, 06:00 PM

looks like they did a great job. i've been deciding on whether or not to get the clear bra. i might just give them a call.

TennesseeZ · 02-14-2009, 09:12 PM

If you don't mind me asking.... How much did it run?

hot370z · 02-24-2009, 11:53 AM

I called Aero Tect and as soon as I get my tax refund Im going to get VentureShied Ultra installed.

takimbe · 02-24-2009, 07:15 PM

id like this done too. how much was it?

SvR370z · 02-26-2009, 08:38 AM

Aerotect guys look like they done a great job.

zero610 · 02-26-2009, 11:20 AM

Was this install done with the 150 micron (7510) or the 300 micron (7514) Ventureshield? Looks like a great job. I wish I lived in Southern CA.

AeroTect · 02-26-2009, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zero610

Was this install done with the 150 micron (7510) or the 300 micron (7514) Ventureshield? Looks like a great job. I wish I lived in Southern CA.

We use Venture Ultra 7510CC Clear Coated 8.5 mil film. We do carry the 7514CC as well, but use that mostly for other applications. Most abuse a car can suffer can be handled by the 7510. I have taken my truck off roading several times, and still have a perfect front buper using the 7510.

AK370Z · 02-27-2009, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TennesseeZ

If you don't mind me asking.... How much did it run?

Please use the google to find and contact them. DO NOT use our forum pm system. Thank you.

AeroTect - Google Search

YamahaR6 · 03-20-2009, 03:35 PM

I see that the 370z is on a ramp when the front is install.

Did the installer use the Rhino Ramp?

Canadian Tire

Did they use 2 x 4 to clear the front?

Thanks

SoCal 370Z · 03-20-2009, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YamahaR6

Did the installer use the Rhino Ramp?

Race Ramps, unbelievably lightweight; I'm getting a pair.

YamahaR6 · 03-20-2009, 04:39 PM

It's nice...

But pricey...

Maybe should just make one like this.

MY350Z.COM Forums - View Single Post - any ramps to hold up whole car??

AeroTect · 03-21-2009, 12:20 PM

We actualy use Race Ramps. Not sure the website, but a quick google search should find them easy enough. We did not need to use any sort of extension to get the Z up on the ramps...

I guess Jim found it for me, lol.

YamahaR6 · 03-21-2009, 06:29 PM

Thanks....

THe Race Ramps are great...but too expensive for me...

G Fo12ce · 11-24-2009, 08:54 PM

Is there a compatible kit for Nismo 370Z's?

02-10-2009, 04:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	DIY: Southern California Clear Bra Installer Preface: I have no affiliation with Aero Tect and this is the first time I have contracted their services. I explained to them that I would be photographing the process, and there are more photographs, but for the sake of brevity I chose ones that convey the results. Our 370Z just completed its clear bra installation through Aero Tect. Areas covered include: Bumper Headlights Bikini Cut Hood with the hood piece being wrapped versus pattern cut to edge Fender (to bikini line) and Mirrors A-Pillar and Roof Rear Wheel Impact Area (Aero Tect industry 1st) Factory Splash Guard Impact Area (Aero Tect industry 1st) Material: VentureShield Ultra I was searching for an installer who had a shop as I prefer that versus doing in my garage or theirs—Aero Tect fit my criterion well with a dedicated bay, and the added bonus of all the equipment to cut needed the patterns in-house, plus design, and cut if necessary. Since I wanted a bit more protection and in reviewing the car with Francisco Castillo (the shop owner), along with Jason, and Adi, they derived, designed, and made the first available (that I know of) Rear Wheel Impact Area kit for the large flanks on the wheel wheels opening just behind the doors! They are also designing a kit for the Nissan factory splashguards, both front and rear to help prevent the areas of impact from getting damaged from flying tire debris. Custom! My wife and and I could not be more satisfied with the results. In fact I was so pleased (I was there during the installation that I asked them to custom cut one of their logos that we placed on the rear windshield. It is always great when matters go well as I always hesitate (read worry) when having to have work done to any of our vehicles. I will be adding more photograph(s) shading the exact ares where the clear bra was applied (as I have in the rear impact area). I recommend Aero Tect with no reservations as they are enthiuasts like us! Aero Tect 1935 Mckinley Ave Ste F La Verne CA 91750-5840 Toll Free: (866) 388-2376 P.S. Watermarking the photographs with the Aero Tect logo was my idea (as I like to give credit to people for their work) and permission was granted for use on said photographs from Aero Tect.

03-20-2009, 04:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	It's nice... But pricey... Maybe should just make one like this. MY350Z.COM Forums - View Single Post - any ramps to hold up whole car?? Joker_J likes this.

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hot370z Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: CA Posts: 102 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 16	I called Aero Tect and as soon as I get my tax refund Im going to get VentureShied Ultra installed.

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zero610 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 89 Drives: 09 370Z Sport Rep Power: 16	Was this install done with the 150 micron (7510) or the 300 micron (7514) Ventureshield? Looks like a great job. I wish I lived in Southern CA.

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YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	I see that the 370z is on a ramp when the front is install. Did the installer use the Rhino Ramp? Canadian Tire Did they use 2 x 4 to clear the front? Thanks

03-21-2009, 12:20 PM	#13 (permalink)
AeroTect Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 8 Drives: 350z Roadster Rep Power: 16	We actualy use Race Ramps. Not sure the website, but a quick google search should find them easy enough. We did not need to use any sort of extension to get the Z up on the ramps... I guess Jim found it for me, lol.

03-21-2009, 06:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	Thanks.... THe Race Ramps are great...but too expensive for me...

11-24-2009, 08:54 PM	#15 (permalink)
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