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Old 11-27-2017, 04:17 PM
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Default Need ASSEMBLED Horn Button - 1980 C3

When I replaced my steering wheel, I foolishly chose to replace the AGED horn button. The interior color (camel/tan) metal ring was marked and the plastic insignia was scratched and faded.

What was I thinking?!?

I have since purchased and destroyed two (2) of the fragile metal rings and plastic insignia trying to attach them to the back of the replacement camel/tan horn button/ring.

So, if I wanted an ASSEMBLED horn button/insignia/retaining ring, who sells them? Everywhere I look, I must buy the separate pieces.

Assembly IMPOSSIBLE!!! I'm getting too old for this...
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Try Corvette America, PN 2497. But confirm it is the complete assembly.
Also, https://corvetteparts.com/item/horn-...blem-1980-1981
Good Luck.
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Originally Posted by kingkohlmn
Try Corvette America, PN 2497. But confirm it is the complete assembly.
Also, https://corvetteparts.com/item/horn-...blem-1980-1981
Good Luck.
both kits are unassembled. I've wasted two of those plastic buttons now (they crack/break way too easy).
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I replaced my last year when I had the column rebuilt. I know it came assembled. Pretty sure I got it from Ecklers. I check their site and no go on one assembled. If see if I can find the receipt and let you know. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by kingkohlmn
I replaced my last year when I had the column rebuilt. I know it came assembled. Pretty sure I got it from Ecklers. I check their site and no go on one assembled. If see if I can find the receipt and let you know. Good luck.
Found at JBcorvette supplies on eBay of all places. It is black so I have to mask off the emblem, sand/paint the ring but no more fighting a losing battle trying to assemble.

Correction: It was PICTURED assembled but when it arrived, it was not. Almost a year later and I am going to try assembling another set of $50 pieces. The new retaining ring and plastic center are way too fragile compared to original items.

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