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Old 09-11-2006 | 08:37 AM
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Don't know if they are removable but damn! I'd still park in the back of the lot before going this far.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Door-...24358760QQrdZ1
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:40 AM
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They are magnetic, someone on here designed them.
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:43 AM
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You take them off when not in use, kinda like those Sun Shade deals for your windshield.

They may not be pretty, but they do look like they work and should tuck away in your trunk when not in use.
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:45 AM
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They serve their purpose and it's not like you drive around with them on...

I would imagine however that people could easily just take them....and then the next person that parks could ding your door haha

But for $20 shipped you could order a couple sets of these babies
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:50 AM
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Thats a really good idea however im just too lazy to be putting them on and off all the time. I rather just park farther away and walk plus im not sure if those magnets would somehow scratch the paint if they where to get some debre in there, also how hot would they get on a sunny day, hope a lot of testing was done before releasing them into the market.
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:53 AM
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The other version, http://doordefender.com/home.html
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I like that one a lot more
Old 09-11-2006 | 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by blue06z
They are magnetic, someone on here designed them.
oh god, the horror, please do not use the word DESIGNED for someone who has taken a magnet, attached a piece of PIP INSULATION to it, then stuck it to a car

that is what we call jerry rigging something
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:15 AM
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If only I were at home with my trusty photochop. I'd make up and post my version of the door guard.
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by 98MODMTR
The 2nd set is really no better. Some smart *** will just remove them and let then dangle.

Sick world we live in.
I would be that smart ***
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:23 AM
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Looks like a pain in the butt to me.

Besides, a pick-up truck driver will find you, park next to you and figure out a way to bang your doors.
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Originally Posted by teknochild
oh god, the horror, please do not use the word DESIGNED for someone who has taken a magnet, attached a piece of PIP INSULATION to it, then stuck it to a car

that is what we call jerry rigging something
The Guy that invented Sliced bread didnt invent bread or slicing...
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:30 AM
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not really a pain. i use mine all the time. the first set listed uses a suction cup therefore is a little cheaper. the second set is the one i use. and they work great. noone has ever messed with them before. most people walk by and laugh , then about 10 steps away turn back and kind of get why i put them on. for something that takes like 20 seconds its worth it. i also park in the back 40 but ive seen a trend lately where it doesnt matter where you park theres always that 1 jerk who wants to park next to you .
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:47 AM
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Hi Guys,
I'm the designer and it's my eBay auction. And yes they are not the prettiest mod for your Z or any other car you might own. I have an 03 that has had two 100.00 door dings. That's what it cost to get them removed. Since I made these, I have had no repeats! I also use these in my garage. I did not make these to get rich and I do have a real job. I made these affordable and functional and have very little profit built in. I have had no one steal these (YET) and my local sales are doing well. If someone wants to mess up your car they will. These will help to minimize your pain with door dings. Good Luck! to all my fellow Z and G35 drivers.
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Oh, not magnetic, these have suction cups. Magnets might leave marks on the paint.
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Originally Posted by Chrispy and Kim
i also park in the back 40 but ive seen a trend lately where it doesnt matter where you park theres always that 1 jerk who wants to park next to you .
Dont they though. I always park as far away as I can and usually I come back to my car and there is one car just sitting right next to mine where no one else is parked. Its not even a nice car. WTF...
Old 09-11-2006 | 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by sq40
The Guy that invented Sliced bread didnt invent bread or slicing...

thats a horrible analogy, especially since thats what we call an innovation not an invention
Old 09-11-2006 | 10:06 AM
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okay teknochild, call it what ever you wish, I'm just trying to save myself and a few others the added cost of having an accidental door ding from occuring. It's simple, effective and not terribly expensive. i also make my own "Aluminum Overlays" clink on my film loop to see those. I'm sure you will have some comments about those as well.


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