SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

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Old 03-11-15 | 04:01 AM
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Does anyone know the purpose of the small rubber/plastic grommet at the bottom center of the wind deflector on our cars? Didn't realize mine was missing until service manager pointed it out. Any ideas on where to find one? Thanks.
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I think it just stabilizes the middle of the plexi. Not exactly a load-bearing part.
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Originally Posted by Mujininzoo
Does anyone know the purpose of the small rubber/plastic grommet at the bottom center of the wind deflector on our cars? Didn't realize mine was missing until service manager pointed it out. Any ideas on where to find one? Thanks.
The dealer parts dept should be able to order one.
Old 03-12-15 | 05:17 PM
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Tried Sewell and the dealer...no joy. Thinking about fabricating something. Thanks for the responses.
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In the last week or two, someone mentioned that they found a SC430 in a junkyard. Maybe they can scrounge up the piece for you.
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My 02 has it.
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And my 02 doesn't. Hmmmm
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...ran to the garage to check & my 02 has it
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I actually just removed my rubber grommet of the deflector as it was causing some vibration noise due to the JL Audio system i have in the trunk. I also lowered the "bump stop" under the package tray that was causing some vibration noise of the package tray too. Clean and clear bass now!
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Originally Posted by Mujininzoo
Tried Sewell and the dealer...no joy. Thinking about fabricating something. Thanks for the responses.
Hello - I found an extra one. You're welcone to have it.
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Thanks. I'll contact you.
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SlvBullet, great meeting you and thanks for the grommet. Installed today. Makes the car seem more complete. Looking fwd to the next DC area get together. Thanks, again.
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Originally Posted by Mujininzoo
SlvBullet, great meeting you and thanks for the grommet. Installed today. Makes the car seem more complete. Looking fwd to the next DC area get together. Thanks, again.
Was my pleasure. It was great to meet you. You have a beautiful SC and I love the details you added.
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So I figure this as good as a place as any to post the results of my custom LED etched wind deflector. Let me know what you think...
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That totally rocks!!! Did you do the work?



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