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Old Mar 18, 2012 | 09:13 AM
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This was one of those mods I couldn't get out of my mind. I finally bit the bullet and bought them from Eagle Day. Good quality but a bit expensive for what they are. The end result was worth it IMO!



 
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Looks good.
Are the metal or plastic?
 
Old Mar 18, 2012 | 09:51 AM
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Thanks! They are painted aluminum. They match the other metal bits in the interior perfectly. Here is a link. http://www.eagleday.com/996alinrikit.html
 
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I have these too. My feelings are mixed. I think that the dash needs a bit more than it came with from the factory, and these certainly help with that. But I was disappointed by the fit and finish of this product... To the point I frequently consider removing them.
 
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I have these too. My feelings are mixed. I think that the dash needs a bit more than it came with from the factory, and these certainly help with that. But I was disappointed by the fit and finish of this product... To the point I frequently consider removing them.
Mine seemed to fit pretty well (I agree it could be better for the price). I had one ring outside right that gave me a bit of trouble. The finish looks pretty good to me.
 
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I bought these from Vertex and I am satisfied with their fit and finish. Cheaper than some suppliers.
http://www.vertexauto.com/ShowItem/1...t%20Rings.aspx
 
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I bought these from Vertex and I am satisfied with their fit and finish. Cheaper than some suppliers.
http://www.vertexauto.com/ShowItem/1...t%20Rings.aspx
These are a great price. Wish they were still available but website shows they are discontinued.
 
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Gert at Carnewal has them too. 110 euros.
 
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A year ago there were many sources for these and all were around $100. It's strange that they've become so hard to find and expensive. I mounted mine with the glue that came with the set, but they all fell off once the weather got cold. I remounted them with clear silicone and they've held tight ever since.
 
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A year ago there were many sources for these and all were around $100. It's strange that they've become so hard to find and expensive. I mounted mine with the glue that came with the set, but they all fell off once the weather got cold. I remounted them with clear silicone and they've held tight ever since.
I echo your comments. Silicone is definitely the way to go.
 
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