I've heard that the dealers will replace them under warranty if they fall off.
They will. I just never really needed them. I may try the new style.
I've heard that the dealers will replace them under warranty if they fall off.
They will. I just never really needed them. I may try the new style.
What I meant was, I heard the dealers will replace the old style hood pads with the new style hood pads under warranty.
Pulling this thread back on topic ,,,, Who was selling these in the parking lot at Maggie Valley. Mine work pretty dang good.
If there is a still a question who it was, my name is Phil Ward, aka mniron. Anyone I talk to I introduced myself and gave them my avatar also. I stayed at the Comfort Inn the entire rally. Also registered for next year.
Anyone concerned about this creating a weak point that will create a bigger problem due to vibration ?
It's not like a metal hood, any thoughts?
I don't believe there is any problems with being a weak point. They are installed through the the plastic fender and the sub frame of the fender for strength. The hole that is cut is 3/4" and the button is 1 1/2". I have 4000 miles on my set with no issues. One key to the installation is that the buttons work with the fender bumpers and there really is no vibrations.
I have had mine off the fender and there was no marks in the paint under the button, again almost no movement.
I don't believe there is any problems with being a weak point. They are installed through the the plastic fender and the sub frame of the fender for strength. The hole that is cut is 3/4" and the button is 1 1/2". I have 4000 miles on my set with no issues. One key to the installation is that the buttons work with the fender bumpers and there really is no vibrations.
I have had mine off the fender and there was no marks in the paint under the button, again almost no movement.
So maybe next year you will find time to button mine up...
Are we taking about the same thing?. I'm asking about the aftermarket antivibration hood fender screws....not the dealer replaced hood bumpers
They will. I just never really needed them. I may try the new style.
I think that adding the new style bumpers would resolve some of the remaining movement in the fender and hood. I have never even been without the pads and there has to be some gaps if they were not there allowing for movement. When you add the new bumpers, I do not believe any adjustments would be needed for the hood buttons but you may need to adjust the rear latches. I don't drop my hood when closing as you do but I must say yours worked very well with the drop procedure. I did notice that the buttons not always latched with the drop closing so always check to make certain they are latched. @rabtech received the first install at Maggie Valley.
@mniron So sorry about you and your wife. Once things settle down and you guys heal up and feel better, I would still like the smaller set with the brackets that we talked about to install on the hood by the windshield.
I have not forgotten about your request, I will get your set ready soon! Thanks.
@mniron this is not of importance you and wifes healing is what's of importance
Thanks, we are doing much better. We actually went out last night to a Brewery and I didn't look like a wife beater! She is healing well and I am not quite so sore.
I am sorry that I have been MIA. I am greatful for all of the interest of the hood buttons. I have not taken the time to read the posts and have been contacted by a number of you for these. I am a wholesale buyer and will be putting these kits together with a complete set of instructions with a plastic hole saw. I am confident that most of you can install these on your own. I took the opportunity to to display these at Maggie Valley as I know word would get around. I have over 3000 miles on mine and have not failed me once.
@mniron, did you ever do the hood button kits?
These are still a must have mod in my opinion.
When available, I will be a buyer. Just let us know
@mniron, did you ever do the hood button kits?
I had a little set back in getting the kits put together, I will have them available soon. It has been a hectic past few months but hope to have them available by the Holidays.
After the installs at Maggie, several locally and at Eureka Springs, I think I got the final tweaks. Install instructions will come with several recommendations. One thing that is certain is the variables of each SlingShot fit and finish which, in some cases, makes the install not so standard.
These are still a must have mod in my opinion.
Thank you for your strong recommendation.
When available, I will be a buyer. Just let us know
I have you on my growing list.
Me too. @Painter said he could install
You have been on my buyer list and I am sure @Painter could help you with install.
Put me on the list also
This is an absolute purchase for anyone thinking about it. I have had mine on since Eureka Springs and since then I can't remember even thinking about the fender flap.
Let me know when you get the kits together because I need a set for my bride's sling.
They make the hood rock solid, wind and turbulence are no longer an issue. Must have mod.