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AC Vent Clips--Ideas like adding grease for easier future removal

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by 2GenPrius, Dec 10, 2020.

  1. 2GenPrius

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    So I got the broken vent issue because 1) plastic was brittle as hell, 2) those clips would NOT give up.

    I was able to source another set from a wreck for $60, but paranoid about adding them in case I need to get them off in the future. Has anyone considered adding grease, modifying the clips, or something so they don't shatter in pieces later?

    I was thinking about just a small amount of Vasoline on each clip.
     
    #1 2GenPrius, Dec 10, 2020
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    Maybe a silicone, something like Motorcraft XG-3, tons of uses. Little dab 'll do.

    I think Vaseline is petroleum based, and might even accelerate the weakening of the plastic.
     
    #2 ChapmanF, Dec 10, 2020
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    Good idea.
     
    #3 2GenPrius, Dec 10, 2020
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