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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:38 PM
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What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

Ever see these before? Are they factory? Any information would be appreciated. Thanks

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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:43 PM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

Not factory pieces. Maybe it had those export fender flares on it at one time? Not sure how those attached, but that is the only reason I can come up with, for velcro strips to be there.
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:54 PM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

possible part of a bra, the export flares were stuck on w/ adhesive
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 07:54 PM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

chrome trim around the lip maybe?
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 08:51 PM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

LeBra.
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 09:04 PM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

LeBra....that makes sense. Thanks guys
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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 12:53 AM
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Re: What are these Velcro strips for? (pic)

Yep, seen many of those on cars with a bra while working in the body shop.
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