plastic door panel attachment things
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Instructor
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plastic door panel attachment things
Ok, you all know the little plug things that attach a door panel to the door frame. I can't think of their name. Anyway, the factoy setup is a two peice design (male and Female parts). My driver's door has a 1970s 1 piece design, they work, but I don't think there as good, and I think eventually they will damage the door. I'd like to go back to a more factory design. The OEM parts are close to $7 per plug. So it would be about $40 just to fix my driver's door with GM parts. For that kind of money, I'll stay with the current set-up.
I've checked O'Riellys parts, and they don't have the OEM style plugs. Do any of you know of a Aftermarket plug that is like the OEM style?
Wow, that seemed like a lot of info for such a small part...
I've checked O'Riellys parts, and they don't have the OEM style plugs. Do any of you know of a Aftermarket plug that is like the OEM style?
Wow, that seemed like a lot of info for such a small part...
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13-'14
Ok, you all know the little plug things that attach a door panel to the door frame. I can't think of their name. Anyway, the factoy setup is a two peice design (male and Female parts). My driver's door has a 1970s 1 piece design, they work, but I don't think there as good, and I think eventually they will damage the door. I'd like to go back to a more factory design. The OEM parts are close to $7 per plug. So it would be about $40 just to fix my driver's door with GM parts. For that kind of money, I'll stay with the current set-up.
I've checked O'Riellys parts, and they don't have the OEM style plugs. Do any of you know of a Aftermarket plug that is like the OEM style?
Wow, that seemed like a lot of info for such a small part...
I've checked O'Riellys parts, and they don't have the OEM style plugs. Do any of you know of a Aftermarket plug that is like the OEM style?
Wow, that seemed like a lot of info for such a small part...
You talking about the plastic tree plug?
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I know exactly what your talking about.....but no idea where to find them in the aftermarket. You are correct that $7 each is way too high!
Perhaps Evil Twin will check in with some inside info ;^)
Perhaps Evil Twin will check in with some inside info ;^)
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From: coastal MS
here is a picture of the Cheap ones.
http://northlandfasteners.biz/Store/images/12737.jpg
Here is a picture of the male side in our cars.
http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...-412-7881.html
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13-'14
Sure, call them a tree plug...lol
here is a picture of the Cheap ones.
http://northlandfasteners.biz/Store/images/12737.jpg
Here is a picture of the male side in our cars.
http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...-412-7881.html
here is a picture of the Cheap ones.
http://northlandfasteners.biz/Store/images/12737.jpg
Here is a picture of the male side in our cars.
http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...-412-7881.html
I have seen them at Autozone help section, Also check with a few body shops.
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If all else, I'll stick with the cheap one peice retainers.
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I got mine from a the local dealer and paid less than $3 a piece for them. Bought a couple cause they break or fall out so often.
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I know the parts you are talking about to fasten the interior door panel to the door. I seem to recall paying about $6/pc and paid it because I wanted to get finished and wanted the best chance for the panel to fit tight. Agree cost to too high.
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Checked GMPARTSHOUSE. .83 each. and $9.95 shipping........so I put in for 10, shipping remained $9.95 for the 10 pieces
Part # 10291929
Collision Catalog - 1999 - Chevrolet/Geo - Corvette
Door, Interior trim, Door trim panel, Retainer, Retainer Back
$0.83 ea.
10 count
Total: $8.30
Select shipping method: $9.95
So about $ 1.83 each shipped.............
Part # 10291929
Collision Catalog - 1999 - Chevrolet/Geo - Corvette
Door, Interior trim, Door trim panel, Retainer, Retainer Back
$0.83 ea.
10 count
Total: $8.30
Select shipping method: $9.95
So about $ 1.83 each shipped.............
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From: coastal MS
Checked GMPARTSHOUSE. .83 each. and $9.95 shipping........so I put in for 10, shipping remained $9.95 for the 10 pieces
Part # 10291929
Collision Catalog - 1999 - Chevrolet/Geo - Corvette
Door, Interior trim, Door trim panel, Retainer, Retainer Back
$0.83 ea.
10 count
Total: $8.30
Select shipping method: $9.95
So about $ 1.83 each shipped.............
Part # 10291929
Collision Catalog - 1999 - Chevrolet/Geo - Corvette
Door, Interior trim, Door trim panel, Retainer, Retainer Back
$0.83 ea.
10 count
Total: $8.30
Select shipping method: $9.95
So about $ 1.83 each shipped.............
I tried all the local parts places, NAPA, O'Rielys, Autozone, Advance Auto. None of them can get this style of retainer. GM must have a good patent on it. So, I just put my door back together as it was. Maybe next time I'll spend the money and get the right parts.
