Defroster Vent Cover

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Pix1500

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My third gen developed the typical dash crack on the passenger side, but I was expecting that. What I didn't expect was one of my defroster vents completely shattering last year when I was gently wiping my dash clean.

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So now, I'm left with a gaping hole, and I've been planning on ways to fix it.

I'm a wood shop teacher, and our school has a laser cutter that our students use for various projects. So, I drew up a cover that would fit over the hole and cut it out if some ABS I had laying around.

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I'm searching for a way to trace this opening so I can get the piece to fit flush inside of the opening. This is very difficult based on how close the vent is to the windshield.

Any input is appreciated, and I'll keep you all informed of any progress!
 

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I was gonna offer to sell you my spare lol, but it looks like you have an alternative.
 

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I did the same thing to my dashboard. Are you interested in making a few bucks and cutting out 4 small vent covers out of the abs plastic. Send me an email or call me. [email protected]. 201-803-6517. Name is George
 
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I sent you both PM's!

Sorry for the late response. I'm a head wrestling coach and we were finishing up our season last month. Now I'm just an assistant baseball coach so I should have a few more minutes to spare!
 

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I too would like a couple made out of abs please send me a pm with price if your willing . thanks
 
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Here's the set that I made for Aaron K out of the black plastic. I adjusted the size so it "snaps" down into the hole, but it doesn't fit too tight. The plastic is a bit thinner, so the top sits even lower than the wood example that I posted, but I think it's still a clean, finished look.

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:waytogo::waytogo:

Looks great! Can't wait to get them!
 

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Got the vent covers the other day. They look and fit great! I only have one vent that is broken open right now, so I may just break the one next to it open so I can have the two vents in the center matching. Thanks again Pix1500!!
 

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