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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 11:54 AM
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Anyone know where to purchase chrome screws for the engine compartment? The ones that hold the fenders on. I know that Ecklers sells them but it has to be cheaper somewhere else.


I want to do the engine and rear compartments?
Anyone know the size?

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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 11:56 AM
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I would also like to get the same parts but at a better price. Maybe someone will get a GP together.
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#8x1" and #8 x1.5"
If you use a phillips head you will save a ton of money I bought 150 for $8.00 at the local fastner shop ( actually got then through work but dont tell anyone )
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 01:17 PM
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These aren't chrome but they're nice stainless ones.http://www.desmoparts.com/cars/c5/c5.htm
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by iceburgh
#8x1" and #8 x1.5"
If you use a phillips head you will save a ton of money I bought 150 for $8.00 at the local fastner shop ( actually got then through work but dont tell anyone )

Did the same thing
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 01:31 PM
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Sounds like a great idea. Stainless would be the way to go.
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 02:08 PM
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Good ideas for a little extra bling.
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 04:50 PM
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Ecklers:

1997-04 Engine Compartment Chrome Detail Screw Kit
Part# 45581
$79.99 KT.
Qty:


* Subtle Yet Showy Enhancement
* Inner Fender & Headlamp Shell Torx Head Screws (22+3 Extras)
* Hand Polished & Chrome Plated Factory Screws

1998-04 Trunk Compartment Chrome Detail Screw Kit
Part# 46037
$49.99 KT.
Qty:


* Replaces Rusty & Unsightly Original Screws
* Provides A Show-Quality Look
* Same Head Design & Size As Factory Screw
* Set Of 13 (1 Extra)


1997-04 Rear Hatch Compartment Chrome Detail Screw Kit
Part# 46036
$55.99 KT.
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Hit up one of your local marine products and supply. They carry every kind of nut, screw and bolt you could imagine.

Stainless looks so close to chrome, but it will never chip off or rust.

Only way to go.
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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 11:14 PM
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Thanks guys! I really wanted to stay away from ecklers because I believe that we should be able to find them cheaper. Some one had posted a site that sold chrome screws in the sizes that we need but I cannot find the thread. I have done many searches on this forum but cannot find it. I was thinking that surely someone here may know of a website.

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Old Feb 28, 2005 | 11:28 PM
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I like the stainless route....hmmmmmmmmm
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www.creativeenginecovers.com They have them in chrome
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Old Mar 1, 2005 | 12:05 AM
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Originally Posted by roadrage1
www.creativeenginecovers.com They have them in chrome

Hey good link. I bookmarked that one for later

Have your ordered anything from them??
Anyone know their reputation??
I think I have heard of them before, but not sure.
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Old Mar 1, 2005 | 12:22 AM
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http://www.atrim.com/Page110.html
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This suggestion won't help the OP (who lives in Louisiana), but for those of you living in colder climates (where your car is off the road this time of year), don't replace the hardware - just send it out to be plated. If this is the only thing you are having plated, and are concerned that you won't meet the shop's minimum, drop them off at a custom motorcyle shop. These places consolidate customer orders, and typically send them off to the plater on a weekly basis.

BTW, besides chrome, you can also get them gold plated or finished in black chrome.
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Originally Posted by intel55
Hey good link. I bookmarked that one for later

Have your ordered anything from them??
Anyone know their reputation??
I think I have heard of them before, but not sure.
Excellent people, Great products, just hard to get ahold of sometimes.
Worth the wait
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Spent many $$$$ with CEC, nice people and good products
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Originally Posted by KC Vette
Spent many $$$$ with CEC, nice people and good products
Great people & excellent quality chrome pieces!
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Go to Eastwood company and make your own
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Old Mar 1, 2005 | 08:07 AM
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I agree with the stainless suggestion. I have a 2000 Fatboy with EVERYTHING chrome (or SS), and the SS fasteners hold up MUCH better than the chrome ones.
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