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BTRSS · 08-26-2019, 09:40 AM

Trying to decide on whether to get ABS or Aluminum rear window louvers. Is one better than the other? Anybody tried them? Thanks.

Welker2 · 08-26-2019, 10:02 AM

There was just a recent thread on the MRT aluminum ones, which are a almost double the price, but to some worth every penny. I currently have an ABS, have had them for almost a year now. IMO, they look great and are of good quality. That being said, I am going to be getting the MRT one by the end of the year. The main reason is they are hinged and can be lifted up clean the outside the rear window. The one's I currently have are held on by 8 plastic 'nuts'. You have to remove them and remove the entire louver to clean the window.

BTRSS · 08-26-2019, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Welker2

There was just a recent thread on the MRT aluminum ones, which are a almost double the price, but to some worth every penny. I currently have an ABS, have had them for almost a year now. IMO, they look great and are of good quality. That being said, I am going to be getting the MRT one by the end of the year. The main reason is they are hinged and can be lifted up clean the outside the rear window. The one's I currently have are held on by 8 plastic 'nuts'. You have to remove them and remove the entire louver to clean the window.

Thanks for the quick response. I actually saw that thread just after I posted my thread. The choice seems to be aluminum (specifically) and I understand the reasoning. The only issue I have is the MRT is a bit "boring". I seen some ABS styles that are "different". I'm thinking of this one, any thoughts?

mbesman · 08-26-2019, 12:02 PM

If you like that one, they also sell the side rails and front splitter to match the design so your theme can be fluent throughout. I went with ABS of another style. I had them painted and they still look like new. Not cleaning the glass is not a problem for me. But if I needed to it takes about 5 minutes to unscrew and remove. Not a big deal. The ABS are pretty light compared to the metal ones as well if that's a concern.

BTRSS · 08-26-2019, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mbesman

If you like that one, they also sell the side rails and front splitter to match the design so your theme can be fluent throughout. I went with ABS of another style. I had them painted and they still look like new. Not cleaning the glass is not a problem for me. But if I needed to it takes about 5 minutes to unscrew and remove. Not a big deal. The ABS are pretty light compared to the metal ones as well if that's a concern.

Thanks for the info. Was there any issue in prepping the ABS for paint or painting them? I'm kinda leaning towards the ABS as I like the different look. Thanks again.

blewbyyou · 08-27-2019, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BTRSS

Thanks for the quick response. I actually saw that thread just after I posted my thread. The choice seems to be aluminum (specifically) and I understand the reasoning. The only issue I have is the MRT is a bit "boring". I seen some ABS styles that are "different". I'm thinking of this one, any thoughts?

MEH looks light it melted in the sun. MRT or nothing

Arogg · 08-27-2019, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by BTRSS

Thanks for the quick response. I actually saw that thread just after I posted my thread. The choice seems to be aluminum (specifically) and I understand the reasoning. The only issue I have is the MRT is a bit "boring". I seen some ABS styles that are "different". I'm thinking of this one, any thoughts?

I have these louvers on my car. I personally love them, I know a lot of people don't. I, for the same reason as you liked these bc the others seemed boring. Only issue with these is you have to remove them in order to clean the glass but that takes all of 5 mins.

SSEssence · 08-27-2019, 01:33 PM

Love my new rear louvers, I think they make the rear end way more aggressive!

BLU DUCE · 08-27-2019, 05:53 PM

Welker2 almost a look alike. Now who has the bigger A$$ or better looking one?

Welker2 · 08-27-2019, 06:19 PM

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Welker2 almost a look alike. Now who has the bigger A$$ or better looking one?

Lookin' good, could almost be twins .. think they both look awesome .. lol

mbesman · 08-28-2019, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BTRSS

Thanks for the info. Was there any issue in prepping the ABS for paint or painting them? I'm kinda leaning towards the ABS as I like the different look. Thanks again.

I actually didn't paint these. Had professionally painted, but he didn't mention anything unusual and they came out perfect. Have lasted 2 years and still shine as new.

mbesman · 08-28-2019, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

Love my new rear louvers, I think they make the rear end way more aggressive!

Is your roof wrapped or painted? Thinking of doing the same. If wrapped...cost??

SSEssence · 08-28-2019, 04:55 PM

I had the hood center and roof wrapped for 200

Spec · 08-28-2019, 04:56 PM

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I had the hood center and roof wrapped for 200

Car looks badass bro!

08-26-2019, 09:40 AM	#1
BTRSS Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Supercharged Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Massachusettes Posts: 656 View My Garage	Rear Window Louvers Trying to decide on whether to get ABS or Aluminum rear window louvers. Is one better than the other? Anybody tried them? Thanks.

08-26-2019, 10:02 AM	#2
Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	There was just a recent thread on the MRT aluminum ones, which are a almost double the price, but to some worth every penny. I currently have an ABS, have had them for almost a year now. IMO, they look great and are of good quality. That being said, I am going to be getting the MRT one by the end of the year. The main reason is they are hinged and can be lifted up clean the outside the rear window. The one's I currently have are held on by 8 plastic 'nuts'. You have to remove them and remove the entire louver to clean the window. Attached Images __________________

08-26-2019, 12:02 PM	#4
mbesman Great White Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 251 View My Garage	If you like that one, they also sell the side rails and front splitter to match the design so your theme can be fluent throughout. I went with ABS of another style. I had them painted and they still look like new. Not cleaning the glass is not a problem for me. But if I needed to it takes about 5 minutes to unscrew and remove. Not a big deal. The ABS are pretty light compared to the metal ones as well if that's a concern. Attached Images __________________ [

08-27-2019, 01:33 PM	#8
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,806 View My Garage	Love my new rear louvers, I think they make the rear end way more aggressive! Attached Images __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

08-27-2019, 05:53 PM	#9
BLU DUCE Drives: 2011 1SS/RS IBM Camaro Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chittenango, NY, USA Posts: 7,219 View My Garage	Welker2 almost a look alike. Now who has the bigger A$$ or better looking one? Attached Images __________________

08-28-2019, 04:55 PM	#13
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,806 View My Garage	I had the hood center and roof wrapped for 200 __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717