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Old Nov 28, 2016 | 01:17 AM
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I'm thinking about putting red RimBlades on my Torch Red '16 stingray.

Has anyone here had experience with RimBlades? After they've been installed for awhile, do they become faded or discolored with road grime or brake dust.
Will regular washing restore then to 'like new'?
Does the adhesive hold over time?
Would you install them again?
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Old Nov 28, 2016 | 05:16 AM
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Interested in hearing responses also.
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Old Nov 28, 2016 | 07:08 AM
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He is a picture of the New Style of the Rimblades.

All, I have Rim Blades on my 2016 C7... I had some issues early with the original Rim Blades Scuffs, these would separate (3M tape from the blade, not the wheel). Had to replace all 4 wheels after 2 months. Then they redesign the Rim Blade to a Low Profile. These worked! I now very happy with them... They wash up quite well with no staining or discoloration.
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Old Nov 28, 2016 | 09:32 AM
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less expensive and better in my opinion is vinyl tape. do a search on tapeworks.com
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Tapeworks, Vinyl Tape..... Simple, in expensive, MANY choices. Just did our GS a few weeks ago.
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I think the rim blades actually provide protection from curb rash, at least that was a feature when I looked at them a year or so ago. I dunno, that might have changed though.
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Old Nov 30, 2016 | 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Rooster OG
I think the rim blades actually provide protection from curb rash, at least that was a feature when I looked at them a year or so ago. I dunno, that might have changed though.
They do. love mine.
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What model rim blades do you have. Scuffs, etc.
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What model rim blades do you have? Scuffs, etc.
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What model rim blades do you have? Scuffs, etc.
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Originally Posted by Newman Boy
I have these on my 2015 Velocity Yellow Stingray since car was new and no issues at all. I have driven in all climates with no issues related to weather.
Look fantastic on Z51 style black rims!
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