Car Parts: Finding Front Front End Masks

Introduction

The front end mask—also called the bra—is a protective vinyl covering designed to cushion and deflect flying debris away from your vehicle. Almost all motorists have been in a situation where rocks and pebbles were thrown up by the car or truck in front of theirs and eventually the front of the car is full of chipped paint and sometimes even dents. The front end mask helps protect the car from getting chipped and dented from those rocks, pebbles, and other road debris.

Car Parts: Types of Front End Masks

There are several styles of front end mask, and the one you choose depends on how you want to protect your car. The full front end mask, for instance, will cover much of the paint surface of the front of your car. Full front end masks that allow you to lift the hood with the masks on are also available. They sometimes come with designs or colors on them, and you can even choose one that is painted or colored to match your car’s color and striping exactly.

The T-style front end masks are sporty SUV protectors. These masks are designed to protect more of the top of the hood than the ordinary front end mask, and is specially designed for large hoods. These are made specifically for SUVs and are designed not to impede opening the hood.

The front end mask called the sports bra is a tougher vinyl that is designed to deflect higher impact. Some actually have deflection shields built into them and will throw rocks right back at the road. These are designed and manufactured for everything from sports cars to SUVs. Color front end masks provide the same protection and deflection capabilities as other masks, but are more sporty and fun.

The front end masks also come with accessories. First, you can also buy a matching mirror mask that protects the back side of your mirror from flying rocks while giving your car a “completed” look that’s more fashionable. You can also order a carrying case for your mask, which would serve as storage when it’s not being used. However, because you will probably like the way your car looks and the protection it will get from the front end masks, it’s hard to imagine ever needing to put it away.