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Originally Posted by RedLeader
I'll chime in here only in relation to the fender vent theory. We recently removed one of mine in an effort to provide it as a model for CAD engineering so we could prototype and create new vents, preferably functional ones. While, yes, the fender vent is reached through the engine bay, the available area to cut without getting in the way of the clips that hold the vent in place, is very small (maybe a 1"x3" slot possible) and not likely to help much. Obviously, in conjunction with other venting methods, this could have some effect, but I THINK its too small to affect much on its own.
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If one wanted to make the garnishes functional the metal of the fender would need cutting in order to increase the opening but then the clip holes would be gone.
I'm currently more worried about that part as I'm not too fond of just glueing the vents to the fender.
Now imagine cutting all excess fender off on the inside and just letting little noses for the clips stand... one might then need to cut the garnish in the same way and hope that there will be enough space left between the visible outside of the garnish and the inner clips.
Even if that works (and, though it'll need some skill sounds very possible) this would not guarantee a good finished look. Very iffy.
However, if you guys CAD sth. like that up I'll be the first one interested.
Or maybe I'll visit a body shop for that...