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PhatBoi Prowler Junkie From:Sacramento |
posted 10-17-2006 02:08 PM
    
Hey! So I know this one is about the first and oldest issue with the Prowler. I've seen some pretty ellaborate and expensive solutions out there. BUT I was wondering if there was anyone out there with some ideas off the beaten path?? I've been thinking about applying a resistant compound like truck bed-liner on the under side of the nose of my Kat. Anyone else trying some creative solutions out there? This message has been edited by PhatBoi on 10-17-2006 at 02:15 PM |
pumpkin     POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 02:14 PM
We will try to back up to must parking areas that have a curb. Go on an angle over speed pumps.We all have a scratched nose. well most of us. Good luck. ------------------ More 'Pumpkin' photos and Mod Stuff . . . . . . . Our other cars and stuff "I may have to grow older, but I do not have to grow up!" "The Prowler is not a car to go from Point A to Point B. The Prowler is the Point!" |
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PhatBoi Prowler Junkie From:Sacramento |
posted 10-17-2006 02:17 PM
Yeah... I've pretty much given up on never scratching my nose... guess I was just curious if anyone had tried anything other than the usual pricey bumpers. By the way PUMPKIN! I owe you one on the Infiniti Kappa instal. YOU ARE THE MAN!!! |
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pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 02:20 PM
No problem. Thanks for the kudos. ------------------ More 'Pumpkin' photos and Mod Stuff . . . . . . . Our other cars and stuff "I may have to grow older, but I do not have to grow up!" "The Prowler is not a car to go from Point A to Point B. The Prowler is the Point!" |
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pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 02:32 PM
Real rod sells a front body protector. http://www.realrod.com/main.htm
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xpguy   POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Carlsbad, CA |
posted 10-17-2006 02:51 PM
The Real Rod nose protectors are tremendous. My neighbor kissed a curb so hard that I believe if I had not had the protectors, I would have had to replace the front end.
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xpguy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Carlsbad, CA |
posted 10-17-2006 02:57 PM
Awhile ago I installed the back up sensor system on my rear bumper. http://www.prowleronline.com/ubb/Forum9/HTML/002024.html
Last month at Cruisin for a Cure, someone stopped by and inspected the system to see if it can be used on the front end to detect curbs. I think it can be done and would love to see someone try. |
dj4hire Prowler Junkie From:Oklahoma City, OK, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 04:12 PM
I installed a camera in the nose and I have a retractable 7" screen, when I pull up to a curb I had a button installed on the dash and when I switch the button the nose camera appears and lets me see where I'm pulling up to so I don't hit the curb. Not the most inexpensive solutions but it does work really well |
Prowler Run  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Elmhurst, IL, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 04:31 PM
I put a label on my dash. It reads: "WATCH THE NOSE!!!". Not as sophisticated as the camera but it's been effective so far. This message has been edited by Prowler Run on 10-18-2006 at 09:48 AM |
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pumpkin POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Waleke's World Personal ScrapBook From:Las Cruces, NM, USA |
posted 10-17-2006 05:22 PM
I have Pat get in between the curb and the prowler and when I get real close to the curb she yells and then I stop, well most of the time.  ------------------ More 'Pumpkin' photos and Mod Stuff . . . . . . . Our other cars and stuff "I may have to grow older, but I do not have to grow up!" "The Prowler is not a car to go from Point A to Point B. The Prowler is the Point!" |
bjprowler     POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Clarksville,Ohio,USA |
posted 10-17-2006 05:24 PM
JUST SAY 'NO'!!!!!!!!!...... ......to valet parking!!!!! This message has been edited by bjprowler on 10-17-2006 at 05:26 PM |
chasmccart POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Pembroke, MA USA |
posted 10-17-2006 08:31 PM
Nice parking job. The owner of this Prowler came to close for comfort.  I won't mention any names but he posts here on a regular basis.
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CJ         POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 10-17-2006 08:50 PM
Oooohh.........that is close! After having done it once to both my cats..........I now stay back farther than I normally would when I park a car. I'd rather have the extra space in front of the car than the rear of the car. ------------------ The Prowler makes you smile. Why? Because it's focused. It has a plot, a reason for being, a passion. It evokes the hot rod. It evokes the American Dream. This car is the human psyche.
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Rpowell593 unregistered Personal ScrapBook Admin Use |
posted 10-17-2006 09:20 PM
I think I have the closest ever picture. Took this pic of a fellow Florida Kat Pack member at Prowlin Villages earlier this year. I can't believe but got on my hands and knees and it WASN'T TOUCHING.
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meandmykitty unregistered Personal ScrapBook Admin Use |
posted 10-17-2006 10:55 PM
REAL ROD DOES NOT SELL THOSE CROME NOSE PROTECTORS ANYMORE, I JUST SPOKE TO HIM THE OTHER DAY. |
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Ray unregistered Personal ScrapBook Admin Use |
posted 10-18-2006 12:31 AM
quote: ... and still in all CAPS, so you know that Rick must be serious! |
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PhatBoi Prowler Junkie From:Sacramento |
posted 10-18-2006 06:11 PM
Another option I'm looking at is getting one of those invisible bras. I dont like any of the bumpers because they take away from the prowler look a little. I helped this guy get his business going so I've been meaning to take the Prolwer down to his shop and see if he can do a custom intall. Has anyone tried the 3M film on their Kat yet? This guy put one on my Nissan Murano and it's already protected my front end from some ugly gashes. |
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PhatBoi Prowler Junkie From:Sacramento |
posted 10-18-2006 06:11 PM
Forgot the link: www.invisi-bra.com |
TooHipCat POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Londonderry,NH |
posted 10-18-2006 07:48 PM
Charlie...you truly are a smart a$$!!! Dont ever change!!! 
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CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 10-18-2006 09:10 PM
quote: The Prowler we just purchased from friends in CA has the 3M film covering most of the nose piece, on the backs of the side mirrors and in place of the rock guards. The car has about 3,000+ miles on it since it was redone as a show car and the 3M was applied. From what I can see, it has worked very well. ------------------ The Prowler makes you smile. Why? Because it's focused. It has a plot, a reason for being, a passion. It evokes the hot rod. It evokes the American Dream. This car is the human psyche.
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catfish POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:scottsdale,az,usa |
posted 10-18-2006 09:17 PM
jmo.i personally would not use bedliner,cause once its on there,its extremely difficult to remove ,and i do mean difficult,kinda of near impossible.best bet,repaint and let dry for 30 days then install a couple layers of 3m paint protection film.hers my motto to prevent nose scrapes,when you think you haven't pulled up far enough,you have.it works. ------------------ This message has been edited by catfish on 10-18-2006 at 09:18 PM |
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meandmykitty unregistered Admin Use |
posted 10-19-2006 01:17 AM
UP YOURS ROY!!! |
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chasmccart POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Pembroke, MA USA |
posted 10-19-2006 07:08 PM
quote: Well I guess everyone knows who's Kat it is now. |
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