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Old Aug 21, 2021 | 01:07 AM
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Does anyone know what these B Pilar covers are called, or how to order/replace them? These feel like plastic and are flexible. Looks like they used adhesive to attach them. I have looked all over just trying to find a name/source and would appreciate any insight!

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I have no idea. Never seen anything like that. There is a clear plastic film called "ClearTastic" that is intended to put over your paint in areas where 'road rash' might occur....like that pillar area. Usually you see it on front ends (noses), rocker panels, and behind wheels where rocks can get thrown up. But, it is thin rather than thick like what is in your pic And it tends to stay in place.
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I have no idea. Never seen anything like that. There is a clear plastic film called "ClearTastic" that is intended to put over your paint in areas where 'road rash' might occur....like that pillar area. Usually you see it on front ends (noses), rocker panels, and behind wheels where rocks can get thrown up. But, it is thin rather than thick like what is in your pic And it tends to stay in place.
Thanks for the quick reply. You are correct, they are thick and painted to match the body. Still not 100% why the PO had them but they were on good enough to pull paint when one fell halfway off
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They're called "nip chips" & they have a self-adhesive.
Ecklers sells them for $20....

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Default Nip chips

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They're called "nip chips" & they have a self-adhesive.
Ecklers sells them for $20....
Awesome! Thanks so much for the help!
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