How To - Red RS3-Style Air Vents

[dandav1985]

Done this mod today, Not as bad as I thought to be honest, looks very smart. Thanks to the OP for the tread.

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Looks great with the seats of my S3

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Cheers Dan

 

[Nosnevets]

try Ara blue loool sorry mate, had to

Fair enough! Just felt a bit like overkill if I could get something cheaper that would be a near enough match for the interior!

 

[aem421]

Hey guys. I'm new to this site. I saw this thread and really wanted to do this mod. However, I live in the U.S. and my vents are not the same. You just turn the outer ring and there are flaps in the back that open and close. The center knob does nothing. It does not slide in and out at all. I guess I would have to get those vents first if I wanted to do this mod?

 

[aem421]

Nevermind. I figured out how to change them. Max-Robbo actually put it in this post. Thanks guys.

 

[aem421]

This was a great tutorial. Thanks Max. Vents are all done. One tip though for the US folks. You really need to sand down the three tabs until they are smooth. See picture below. I slid a small screwdriver in behind the tab to hold it in place while a filed down the plastic with a very small round file. Worked great. Next up, the interior trim pieces. See second pic for reference.

 

[allanmb]

Why did you need to sand these tabs down? And why is it specific to the US owners?

 

[aem421]

Because our vents don't slide in and out like the others. They are stationary. In order to get them to slide in and out, you have to cut and file down those plastic pieces on the three tabs.

 

[Leevr]

Was contemplating doing this by hydro dipping. Along with other bits as a package deal. Anyone got other bits dipped?

 

[Tom.H]

Was contemplating doing this by hydro dipping. Along with other bits as a package deal. Anyone got other bits dipped?
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You can get those red rings from eBay.

 

[Bells]

Thought I’d share this on here as I came across these the other day https://winnautosports.com/product/...r-vent-blade-replacement/?attribute_color=Red
red air vent blades you can directly swap out for your old ones rather than having to paint the originals. My attempt of spraying my old ones didn’t exactly go to plan so I’ve ordered a set of these and will post some photos once they arrive for anyone else interested

 

[JonnyS3]

Thought I’d share this on here as I came across these the other day https://winnautosports.com/product/...r-vent-blade-replacement/?attribute_color=Red
red air vent blades you can directly swap out for your old ones rather than having to paint the originals. My attempt of spraying my old ones didn’t exactly go to plan so I’ve ordered a set of these and will post some photos once they arrive for anyone else interested

Any idea when they will arrive ? I’m tempted.

 

[Bells]

Any idea when they will arrive ? I’m tempted.

Arrived in the post a week or so ago and haven’t had chance to install them yet, quality looks decent maybe slightly too bright red if I’m being picky, RS3 ones seem slightly darker in pictures I’ve seen but I’ll reserve judgement until I’ve installed them, especially if it saves me £300 vs a genuine set! It’s on my to do list this weekend so I’ll post some pictures here then so you can see

 

[Bells]

So quick update managed to get some time today to install these, for the £20 or so pounds these cost they are a real bargain if you don’t want to spray paint your existing blades. Installation is exactly the same as the original instructions. Feel slightly more rough to operate than the original blades I replaced but they may loosen over time and still function fine anyway. Glad I saved myself £200+ compared to the oem version!

 

[Spinstorm]

I want the RS Design red vents - I have some OEM ones from the PFL RS3 but want the new ones.

Anyone want to swap? (Worth a shot - otherwise $79 each from vagmall).

 

[silvester_t]

Nardo-esque grey!?