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Old Jun 1, 2008 | 08:14 AM
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Does anyone have a quality source for body color part to cover the brake fluid container? It's one of the last components in my compartment that needs a splash of color. Please share any pics and vendor sources for this part... thanks in advance.

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Old Jun 1, 2008 | 09:31 AM
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This was on the same page as your post. I don't know that I really care for this one myself, but you might. I have seen afew fiberglass ones out there that cover both the tank and the top of the booster. These could be painted body color also.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=2026827
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This was on the same page as your post. I don't know that I really care for this one myself, but you might. I have seen afew fiberglass ones out there that cover both the tank and the top of the booster. These could be painted body color also.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=2026827
Thanks for the feedback.. that one looks a bit boxy for my taste. CF member PHANTOM has a nice looking cover... hope to hear from him on the source.

Anyone else seen options for this?

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Old Jun 1, 2008 | 02:22 PM
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Ed at TKO sells a Carbon Fiber one, I just painted mine, basically zero prep.
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Ed at TKO sells a Carbon Fiber one, I just painted mine, basically zero prep.

Got pics?

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Got pics?

He'll have to get it out of the chain link fence.....
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He'll have to get it out of the chain link fence.....
Ouch!!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Hogvette
Thanks for the feedback.. that one looks a bit boxy for my taste. CF member PHANTOM has a nice looking cover... hope to hear from him on the source.

Anyone else seen options for this?

I PM'd you. I got it from Corvette Central. See: http://www.corvettecentral.com/ and search for part number 305237. I had to paint it Monterey Red myself.
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I PM'd you. I got it from Corvette Central. See: http://www.corvettecentral.com/ and search for part number 305237. I had to paint it Monterey Red myself.
Thanks Phantom... I think I'll copycat you on this. How does it install? 3M adhesive or velcro?

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Thanks Phantom... I think I'll copycat you on this. How does it install? 3M adhesive or velcro?

I just have it laying in place being held there by the cap. It is secure.
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I PM'd you. I got it from Corvette Central. See: http://www.corvettecentral.com/ and search for part number 305237. I had to paint it Monterey Red myself.
Thanks Phantom!

I ordered the cover, got it painted, and got it installed. It looks great!

Thanks for sharing information!



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I'm doing a self-imposed moratorium on any more engine bay components... finally got enough color and chrome to last for the remainder of the driving season this year. Thanks to great CF members for sharing information and vendors for great service and products!



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Thanks Phantom!

I ordered the cover, got it painted, and got it installed. It looks great!

Thanks for sharing information!



Looks great - perfect match!!!!!
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Looks nice
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Looks nice
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Looks great! Beats the #&!! out of mine.
If I may offer another suggestion??????? Paint the inner fenders. The gray detracts from an otherwise outstanding compartment.
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That really added a nice touch.

Your engine bay looks great....
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