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Old 08-19-2012, 02:59 PM
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I hate these things. They have discolored over time and I see them every time I have to get in my car or wash it or anything. How do these come off? Does someone make replacements? If I can get them off Id just have them painted. INSIGHT PLEASE!
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there held on by double sided tape.. you can use fishing line or thin string to remove them. its very easy
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Mine looked pretty bad too, but they buffed right up with some Maguires Ultimate Compound
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How about your guys exterior mirror mounting triangles...they're like rubber or something...mine have these spots all over them...anyone else have thiese problems? Those other little triangles will polish right up though
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Thanks for the input guys! I'll be giving that a shot some time when I'm free. All the trim pieces fading really starts to irritate you after a while. I just painted my cowl cover today. Couldn't stand it anymore! Haha.
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Originally Posted by 99monguse
How about your guys exterior mirror mounting triangles...they're like rubber or something...mine have these spots all over them...anyone else have thiese problems? Those other little triangles will polish right up though
There is a local supplier of cleaning products called TOMAR. They make this stuff that puts a shine on vinyl and rubber. It also helps to keep seals most. If you like I can see if I can get some for you or talk to the guy and see if he can send it to you
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Originally Posted by sngallagher5560
Does someone make replacements?
Yes, General Motors. Part number 10240164 (right) and 10240165 (left).
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When I replaced the sail panel I had mine painted black, they look a lot better. I salvaged mine and reused them, used new double sided tape.

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Yeah i think by the time i paid to have them painted it would be cheaper just to buy new ones.
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some polish and wax and mine looked BRAND new
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Emblempros sells covers that go on top of the original piece. They look pretty good but I haven't gotten them yet.



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