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traildevil · 07-02-2013, 06:17 PM

Okay so I noticed today while adjusting my vents inside after turning the AC on that the left middle air vent, the chrome tab on it is bubbling? Anyone know where to buy, or should I just take to dealer for warranty replacement... don't feel like really wasting the trip to the dealer if its a cheap part <20$. post links where to buy if you know, or what itd be called

RedDevil11 · 07-02-2013, 06:38 PM

Best bet just take it to the dealer it'd be easier on you.

traildevil · 07-02-2013, 07:02 PM

think they will think im crazy for taking it in for bubbling chrome tab? lol

SnowVert · 07-02-2013, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by traildevil

think they will think im crazy for taking it in for bubbling chrome tab? lol

No, they won't. Most dealerships understand that something like that is due to a production issue, and not something you should have to deal with. Also, it gives the dealer some work to do and a clean payment from GM for performing the work. Dealers typically like warranty work

Jonty25252 · 05-05-2016, 04:06 AM

If vent tab is broken, No Need to Change Entire Vent, Now you can buy tab online it is easier to you. It is also cheaper.

ghosted · 05-05-2016, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonty25252

If vent tab is broken, No Need to Change Entire Vent, Now you can buy tab online it is easier to you. It is also cheaper.

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Wizard1183 · 05-05-2016, 07:59 AM

It WILL bubble and peel in the long run. It's a matter of time. Though 2 yrs it shouldn't be doing it already. But after 5? Yep. Instead of going with aluminum. I see a ton of Chevys (mostly 90 models) with chrome tape grilles peeled to sh!t. If you have exterior chrome tape, it WILL peel. That's inevitable. Even if stored in an air conditioned bldg to sit up for 30yrs, adhesive will deteriorate and it'll bubble.

Criticalmass · 05-05-2016, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Wizard1183

It WILL bubble and peel in the long run. It's a matter of time. Though 2 yrs it shouldn't be doing it already. But after 5? Yep. Instead of going with aluminum. I see a ton of Chevys (mostly 90 models) with chrome tape grilles peeled to sh!t. If you have exterior chrome tape, it WILL peel. That's inevitable. Even if stored in an air conditioned bldg to sit up for 30yrs, adhesive will deteriorate and it'll bubble.

All vinyl products will eventually have this happen, it's not just chrome. The stripe kits tend to start looking like crap after year 4 and need replacement.

hawk02 · 05-05-2016, 09:21 AM

GM Parts Direct sells the center Air Outlet Vent for $54.50. It's part number 20965303.

You'll need to remove the leather dash trim to replace the vent. There's a good thread in the DIY section on how to remove it.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=244655

If your car is still under its bumper to bumper to warranty, I would just let the dealer replace it. It would be worth the trip.

07-02-2013, 06:17 PM	#1
traildevil Drives: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Northern New York Posts: 207	air vent inside chrome bubbling Okay so I noticed today while adjusting my vents inside after turning the AC on that the left middle air vent, the chrome tab on it is bubbling? Anyone know where to buy, or should I just take to dealer for warranty replacement... don't feel like really wasting the trip to the dealer if its a cheap part <20$. post links where to buy if you know, or what itd be called

05-05-2016, 07:59 AM	#7
Wizard1183 Drives: ABM SS2/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lafayette,LA Posts: 2,232	It WILL bubble and peel in the long run. It's a matter of time. Though 2 yrs it shouldn't be doing it already. But after 5? Yep. Instead of going with aluminum. I see a ton of Chevys (mostly 90 models) with chrome tape grilles peeled to sh!t. If you have exterior chrome tape, it WILL peel. That's inevitable. Even if stored in an air conditioned bldg to sit up for 30yrs, adhesive will deteriorate and it'll bubble. __________________ Life is short, drive it like you stole it!

05-05-2016, 09:21 AM	#9
hawk02 Coupe Newbie Drives: 2017 ZL1, 2021 Corvette Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 3,283 View My Garage	GM Parts Direct sells the center Air Outlet Vent for $54.50. It's part number 20965303. You'll need to remove the leather dash trim to replace the vent. There's a good thread in the DIY section on how to remove it. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=244655 If your car is still under its bumper to bumper to warranty, I would just let the dealer replace it. It would be worth the trip. __________________

07-02-2013, 06:38 PM	#2
RedDevil11 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2LT & 2011 2SS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Warner Robins Posts: 61	Best bet just take it to the dealer it'd be easier on you.

07-02-2013, 07:02 PM	#3
traildevil Drives: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Northern New York Posts: 207	think they will think im crazy for taking it in for bubbling chrome tab? lol

05-05-2016, 04:06 AM	#5
Jonty25252 Drives: Its red color with alloy Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Posts: 3	If vent tab is broken, No Need to Change Entire Vent, Now you can buy tab online it is easier to you. It is also cheaper.