Pro Guards

[Dennis Reinhart]

we recived ten today and sold seven we have three left

[snowbird]

UUUh,

Now, two are left ! (PM):)

[Mebot]

I believe today will be the day I finally get one of these Pro-guards. Thanks for the info!

[whoskal]

Sweet... mine should on it's way then!

[Dennis Reinhart]

Sold them all, thank you for the orders, if you would like to place a order with Jackie for the next ten please give her a call, as you can see, there here and gone the day we get them.

[SID210SA]

I have had mine for a while now.....and its not a bad investment if for nothing else to keep you bumper from sagging.

[Gre8one7]

i just tore mine off the car. After being next to the exhaust it became flimbsy and would flap in the wind...Had 2 people in 3 days pull up along side and tell me it was flapping in the wind...so off it came.

[Dennis Reinhart]

i just tore mine off the car. After being next to the exhaust it became flimbsy and would flap in the wind...Had 2 people in 3 days pull up along side and tell me it was flapping in the wind...so off it came.

Well you are a first, no one has posted a issue as yours, except for the first few sold I have never had a complaint, and those did have a fit issue on one side but was fixed with relocating the mount holes, so then Dan, Mercman took his car to proguard and they made them fit like a glove, and we have sold over 500.

[gmtech]

i just tore mine off the car. After being next to the exhaust it became flimbsy and would flap in the wind...Had 2 people in 3 days pull up along side and tell me it was flapping in the wind...so off it came.


wanna sell your proguard?

[RF Overlord]

I've had one of the early ones on my car for at least 2 years...maybe closer to 3. I had to trim it about 1-1½ inches on the right side to clearance the exhaust tip, but mine is still as solid as the day I put it on.

[Zack]

I installed one on my car a year ago and ran screws into the floor board on the sides so it wouldnt flap.

[SID210SA]

I have no flap issues or any other issues for that matter and I got mine a year and a half ago....

[Eric91Z]

I hope mine is one of the ones that was in that stack...

[Dennis Reinhart]

I have ordered ten more so If you would like one give Jackie a call, I also have one Metco Drive shaft loop and one PI converter

[Zack]

Why dont you order 100 at a time, they always sell.

[Dennis Reinhart]

I hope mine is one of the ones that was in that stack...

It left yesterday Eric

[Eric91Z]

It left yesterday Eric

Sounds great. Look forward to getting it. One per car!!

[sailsmen]

Since I purchased mine it has done exactly what I bought it for.

I resent that a mod I paid good money for after installation requires no adjustment, repairs or maintenance.

This is :bs: How can I enjoy something that requires no attention!

Please sell mods w/ design defects and poor material that requires my constant attention.

Thank You,

A satisfied and unhappy customer

[Dennis Reinhart]

Why dont you order 100 at a time, they always sell.

Sure Zack we can do this with a group buy for a 100, I will sell them for 39.00 each PS.

[magindat]

Sure Zack we can do this with a group buy for a 100, I will sell them for 39.00 each PS.

Yeah, that oughtta go over about like a hood buy!!!!!

[magindat]

Since I purchased mine it has done exactly what I bought it for.

I resent that a mod I paid good money for after installation requires no adjustment, repairs or maintenance.

This is :bs: How can I enjoy something that requires no attention!

Please sell mods w/ design defects and poor material that requires my constant attention.

Thank You,

A satisfied and unhappy customer

I couldn't agree more! Dayum thing hasn't cost me an ounce of time since the 15 minutes it took to install.

[magindat]

i just tore mine off the car. After being next to the exhaust it became flimbsy and would flap in the wind...Had 2 people in 3 days pull up along side and tell me it was flapping in the wind...so off it came.

You musta did sumthin wrong. I've seen HUNDREDS of cop cars with these things and a buncha Marauders, too. Never anything but an improvement.

Hmmmmm....?

[Dennis Reinhart]

Yeah, that oughtta go over about like a good buy!!!!!


LOL, yes as long as I do not have them painted to look like carbon fiber

[NATEHAWK]

Any more proguards available I need a new one for my new MM im getting whats the price now?

[Dennis Reinhart]

Any more proguards available I need a new one for my new MM im getting whats the price now?

You can call Jackie we have ten more on order

[whd507]

mine is great, no issues, and peace of mind. well worth the cost

[Eric91Z]

Got the one installed on my CVPI (one on the Marauder has been on for about 2 years now). CVPI took a little more work to get it to fit, but that is due to a bent bumper support/impact bar that the piece you screw the bumper to. Nothing that the dremel couldn't fix.

Then again, I had to use the Dremel to cut off the stock bolts/nuts since they were rusted together.

[NOPDME]

To make sure the pro gaurd was working. She only got up to about 75 but I didnt see any ballooning of flapping. So far so good.

[Drewstang]

Are all 10 sold as of now?

[Dennis Reinhart]

Are all 10 sold as of now?


No we have several left

[celtictexan]

Did anyone have an issue with the screws at the center on the gas tank. If I remember right there were longer replacement screws with the progaurd, but I couldn't get the originals out of that slot the factory put them in. So I just used the original. The nut with the progaurd on just barely srewed on enough. Anyone else with this issue?

[Dennis Reinhart]

Did anyone have an issue with the screws at the center on the gas tank. If I remember right there were longer replacement screws with the progaurd, but I couldn't get the originals out of that slot the factory put them in. So I just used the original. The nut with the progaurd on just barely srewed on enough. Anyone else with this issue?


I use the OEM screews and it works perfect for me

[fastblackmerc]

I use the OEM screews and it works perfect for me
Same here....

[mtenderenda]

i installed mine into the bumper not on top....If it sags like that it will eventually go...I have had mine for awhile and no problems at all...

[celtictexan]

I use the OEM screews and it works perfect for me

Yeah, mine worked also I would just have preferred a little more thread engagement. But its not the fault of progaurd. It was the slots the factory put the originals in. There was no way to get them out with out cutting something. Kind of a dumb way to do it.

[Dennis Reinhart]

We just got ten in, sold eight have:beer: two left and we ordered ten more

[musclemerc]

call me an idiot but what is a pro guard?

[Mesencephalon]

call me an idiot but what is a pro guard?


THANK YOU For asking this!! As a fellow idiot, I was scared to ask - Can someone post a link to a picture / catalog description? :stupid:

[magindat]

THANK YOU For asking this!! As a fellow idiot, I was scared to ask - Can someone post a link to a picture / catalog description? :stupid:

http://reinhartautomotive.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=12345&Product_Code=MM-Proguard&Category_Code=9

http://reinhartautomotive.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/Proguard500.jpg

This picture is from directly under the rear of the car. Top is rear bumper.

It's simply an ABS plate that extends from under the center of the trunk to the bumper. It prevents air from 'ballooning' the rear bumper and causing it to sag. It also helps correct a certain amount of sag if already present. Some have said it has a positive effect on mileage as well. YMMV on that. It's pre-drilled and comes with HW and instructions.

It is DEFINITELY worth the few bucks for curing the "saggy booty" syndrome typical of the Panther platform.

[snowbird]

It is a big square platic plate that correct two problems with the stock rear bumper cover: 1- Parachute effect on the highway (some report up to 1 more mpg so it kind pay for itself) and 2- With age, the bottom lip of the bumper cover tend to sag or wave. The Prøguard keep the thing in it's place straight like a bra would for ... you got the picture.

[Mesencephalon]

Huh! For such a simple solution to a drag issue I wonder why FLM didn't just include it with the designs for CV and MM ... I mean, it's a piece of ABS w/ screws, right? Nothing too complicated?
I had no idea I was going to start "Ballooning" with age ... (well, not on the CAR, that is) and if its so simple to prevent, Count me in! Do i have to call to order?

[magindat]

Huh! For such a simple solution to a drag issue I wonder why FLM didn't just include it with the designs for CV and MM ... I mean, it's a piece of ABS w/ screws, right? Nothing too complicated?
I had no idea I was going to start "Ballooning" with age ... (well, not on the CAR, that is) and if its so simple to prevent, Count me in! Do i have to call to order?

With 33K you are probly already ballooning and don't realize it.

Call DR's.

[Marauder386]

I have been balloning since I retired from the USN...and gravity sucks...

Have ProGuards on the cars for a long time now...no issues to speak...


:cool:

[Mesencephalon]

Wow, I called to order a 45$ ProGuard skid plate and ended up getting an SCT XCal II to go with it. I rationalized it with all the gas, hotel, & beer money I'm going to save by being stuck in an apartment w/ a leaking water pipe ... :)

[Dennis Reinhart]

Wow, I called to order a 45$ ProGuard skid plate and ended up getting an SCT XCal II to go with it. I rationalized it with all the gas, hotel, & beer money I'm going to save by being stuck in an apartment w/ a leaking water pipe ... :)


Thank you for the order its going out today.

[magindat]

Wow, I called to order a 45$ ProGuard skid plate and ended up getting an SCT XCal II to go with it. I rationalized it with all the gas, hotel, & beer money I'm going to save by being stuck in an apartment w/ a leaking water pipe ... :)

Nice. You won't regret either one!

[Mesencephalon]

Nice. You won't regret either one!

Thanks! I've been reading about tuners forever, glad to finally get persueded to jump into the tuner pool! Hey, magindat, were those guages you were talking about a while back ever done into the 'dual' format? And were you going right to the AeroForce web site or was there another vendor? My current guage project involves replacing all the LED's I can to change all my greens to blues. At the same time, I loved the digital multi-purpose guage you showed & thought it would be a great replacement for the OP guage. The dual setup may be overkill for me, but it would LOOK great :) Anyway, just thought I'd ask to see if it was going to be in my near future or not.

Dave

[magindat]

Thanks! I've been reading about tuners forever, glad to finally get persueded to jump into the tuner pool! Hey, magindat, were those guages you were talking about a while back ever done into the 'dual' format? And were you going right to the AeroForce web site or was there another vendor? My current guage project involves replacing all the LED's I can to change all my greens to blues. At the same time, I loved the digital multi-purpose guage you showed & thought it would be a great replacement for the OP guage. The dual setup may be overkill for me, but it would LOOK great :) Anyway, just thought I'd ask to see if it was going to be in my near future or not.

Dave

Look here for updates.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?p=519428#post51 9428
The idea I had was that I get them tested and 'approved' for Marauder, do a GB, then pass them to a 'real' site vendor so we can always have access to them. Dennis expressed interest. I can't wait for it to all work out!!!!

[Mesencephalon]

Thank you for the order its going out today.

Hey no, thank You, Dennis for the push towards serious upgrades :)

[Dennis Reinhart]

We have four in stock ready to ship

[Anthony]

i am trying to order online and i cant add one to my basket. therefore i cant order :(

[Muffrauder]

i just tore mine off the car. After being next to the exhaust it became flimbsy and would flap in the wind...Had 2 people in 3 days pull up along side and tell me it was flapping in the wind...so off it came.

I do exhaust work for a living and I hate them damn things....they do NOT keep the bumper cover from doing what it clams it will. I had a guy tell me "just take it off and throw it away " so I did. :D

[Zack]

I do exhaust work for a living and I hate them damn things....they do NOT keep the bumper cover from doing what it clams it will. I had a guy tell me "just take it off and throw it away " so I did. :D

Im not gonna say anything derogatory to you.
But I want to.

[CRUZTAKER]

....they do NOT keep the bumper cover from doing what it clams it will.


Im not gonna say anything derogatory to you.
But I want to.
:D

I will...

Blow it out your a-- there muffler guy.
They DO work, and you have an opinion, however that's all it is, and all it's worth. Start your own thread with your opinions and keep them off the vendor threads.

[Bluerauder]

I do exhaust work for a living ...

With that screen name, "mufflers" did not immediately come to mind. :rofl:

[03blackvegas]

What exactly is a "proguard" ?, who makes them, how much do they cost, etc.

[FastMerc]

:D

I will...

Blow it out your a-- there muffler guy.
They DO work, and you have an opinion, however that's all it is, and all it's worth. Start your own thread with your opinions and keep them off the vendor threads. I fully agree the product does indeed work! I just dont understand how people cannot notice a difference when they make changes to there car.Like changing gears,there is a difference how can one not notice.... Not a true car guy I guess :P

[Dennis Reinhart]

Every one is entitled to there opinion, but I will simply say your wrong, the Pro guard does work, it keeps the rear bumper from ballooning out at high speeds, no it will not prevent the side from distorting as some of us have seen, on our cars, most police agencies use them on there CV and I can safely say there are over a three hundred sold to Marauder owners and I think this is the second complaint I have heard, I have one on my car for over a year it still is flat not heat distorted my car makes about 568 RWHP and has LTH, so you have your opinion and the majority have theres. And we just got another order in and there almost sold out.

[MERCMAN]

I have been behind 2 MM's, one with and one without the Progard. There is a definite difference. You can see the bumper "balloon" out at 75MPH in the car without the Progard.

[FastMerc]

I have been behind 2 MM's, one with and one without the Progard. There is a definite difference. You can see the bumper "balloon" out at 75MPH in the car without the Progard. OH yes you can!!!

[jgc61sr2002]

Every one is entitled to there opinion, but I will simply say your wrong, the Pro guard does work, it keeps the rear bumper from ballooning out at high speeds, no it will not prevent the side from distorting as some of us have seen, on our cars, most police agencies use them on there CV and I can safely say there are over a three hundred sold to Marauder owners and I think this is the second complaint I have heard, I have one on my car for over a year it still is flat not heat distorted my car makes about 568 RWHP and has LTH, so you have your opinion and the majority have theres. And we just got another order in and there almost sold out.
Dennis
You can't make everyone happy.
IMO the product is excellent.:D

[BruteForce]

You folks DO know who Muffrauder is don't you? Does the name "Grand" mean anything to you?

[MM03MOK]

You folks DO know who Muffrauder is don't you? Does the name "Grand" mean anything to you?
We know who Bryan is....maybe he gave the Pro Gard to his boss.

[CRUZTAKER]

Every one is entitled to there opinion....

...and their entitlement to be ignored is granted as well.;)

[CRUZTAKER]

We know who Bryan is....maybe he gave the Pro Gard to his boss.


They cover holes in mobile homes as well.:lol:

[Hotrauder]

The peace of mind flying across overgrown medians and the extra 9MPG sold me. Dennis:)

[Zack]

You should have seen the PM he sent me.
He instigated me to show it to the owners.

I think not Muffler Boy.
Good day to you.

[Dennis Reinhart]

You should have seen the PM he sent me.
He instigated me to show it to the owners.

I think not Muffler Boy.
Good day to you.

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[CRUZTAKER]

You should have seen the PM he sent me.
He instigated me to show it to the owners.

I think not Muffler Boy.
Good day to you.


Indeed. I've been powned.

I fell in the trap... (never imagined I would use this peg again)

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SPAMPEG.jpg

[Dennis Reinhart]

We just got a new order in Jackie has 9 left

[Mike Poore]

FWIW department. There was a thread I started about the Pro-Guard and fuel economy that turned into an amazing discussion about the OBD 'puter and lots of other stuff, with input from lots of folks, and expertise from several areas. Take a look, there's a lot of useful info to be mined from some of the posts, and links.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=22676&highlight=Pro+Guard

[CRUZTAKER]

I personally do not need any further convincing, as daily I follow Marquis and Taxi Interceptors on the freeway and watch their rear facias bulge out from the wind.

[Jimimac43]

I have a question. Can a trailer hitch be mounted with a pro-guard on? My car is a daily driver for now and I will need to use a small M/C trailer on a rare occasion to tow . In the market for a used beater for daily use. Thanks for any input.

[Zack]

I have a question. Can a trailer hitch be mounted with a pro-guard on? My car is a daily driver for now and I will need to use a small M/C trailer on a rare occasion to tow . In the market for a used beater for daily use. Thanks for any input.

Yes it can, I believe Cruztaker has modified his clear his hitch.

[CRUZTAKER]

Some easy trimming is required, but yes, it fits well with a hidden hitch variety.

[Jimimac43]

Thanks for the replies

[slickster]

so question the two bolts on the fuel evap how the hell do they come off?. i can get them loose but not off theres some kind of washer behind it and the oly thing that i can get up there is a panal popper but even thats no help

[babbage]

so question the two bolts on the fuel evap how the hell do they come off?. i can get them loose but not off theres some kind of washer behind it and the oly thing that i can get up there is a panal popper but even thats no help

I'm guessing you have rusty nuts.. :rolleyes: Heat them up a bit, spray with penetrate oil (pb blaster) - then vise grip on the nut. While you are pulling down towards ground (30lbs of force) twist and they should come right off.

[slickster]

yea i found out later that it was a nj car. some dumbas drove it on salty roads. :mad2: