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Old 12-14-2010, 01:11 PM
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Where can I get a set of aluminum instrument gauge rings? I need to get a set for a Christmas present and running out of time. I found an EBAY seller "eurobodykitsandwheels" selling a set of "NR Aluminum Rings" for $89 but not sure of quality. Any thoughts.

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Old 12-14-2010, 01:35 PM
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Search the 'Sponsors' in upper right hand corner. Vertex and Rennline come to mind.
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I think bumperplugs.com carries them or try suncoast porsche.
Old 12-14-2010, 06:28 PM
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BumperPlugs is a no (just got a painted console from them), nothing shown on Rennline, guess I'll check Vertex. I figured OEM Porsche would be 2X $'s.
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There are a couple of places that I have found these aluminum rings.

Pelican Parts Part # PEL-NR-5071
Vertex - SKU: 197886 Part No: PRC201M $109.00

I am sure that there are others out there.

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I got mine on eBay a couple of years ago, I think about $69. I had no problem with the quality, but I forget which vendor it was. I put them on with small tabs of clear silicon for easy removal.
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I bought them off ebay from Eurobodykitsandwheels. Good quality and service
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Try "automotion" I beleive they are having a sale. I think I got mine at Northstar Motor Sports???
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Aluminum Trim Rings from Automotion $139.00
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I got mine last year from MaxSpeed but they seem to be sold out. $80 or $90 IIRC. Automotion prices are always way too high, though they often have a 20% off coupon.

Clear silicone is the way to go when attaching. That way you can remove them if necessary without having glue destroy the plastic gauge surround. Also easy to trim off bits of silicone that get squeezed out on the sides.

This is absolutely the best way to liven up a black interior.



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