08-03-2017, 08:32 PM
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So Blessed!
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Front Bumper Tag plugs
Anyone have a set of front bumper tag plugs for sale? I don't care about the color....
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08-03-2017, 08:56 PM
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Front Bumper Tag plugs
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Anyone have a set of front bumper tag plugs for sale? I don't care about the color....
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Ditto that question. Need some for my 2001 Metallic Black Boxster S.
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08-03-2017, 09:38 PM
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There Is No Substitute.
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Buy some carpet plugs (#881197) at Home Depot for $1, and paint them with touch-up paint. 
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08-03-2017, 09:49 PM
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Any hardware store will sell vinyl hole plugs in a variety of sizes.
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08-04-2017, 03:35 AM
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If the above options aren't exactly what you'd like, you can spend ~$36: Bumperplugs.com
Only giving an additional option. 
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08-04-2017, 03:59 AM
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So Blessed!
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If the above options aren't exactly what you'd like, you can spend ~$36: Bumperplugs.com
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I first went to Google and found that site....To pricey for me! Thanks all for the replies. Will check on all recommendations.
Lew
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08-04-2017, 04:21 AM
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I used a Christmas tree plug that looked like the third from the left on the top row. I sanded it and spray painted it to match the body color.
$7 for the paint. $5 for the box of fasteners at an auto store.
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08-04-2017, 04:58 AM
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So Blessed!
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08-04-2017, 06:30 AM
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You'll need the Genuine Porsche plug or your bumper will leak!
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08-04-2017, 09:39 AM
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You'll need the Genuine Porsche plug or your bumper will leak!
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That's funny! As for the $1.60+ I will pay at Lowe's I am sure the fasteners will work and look just fine when painted. If I need to add a little clear silicone underneath the fasteners top, I'll do that, however I doubt any will be needed. I'll take a before and after picture.
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08-04-2017, 08:06 AM
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Have your dealer get you a couple 996 701 811 00 G2X.
They are only $7-9 and will fit properly. Will look great once you paint them, as "G2X" means "primer."
FYI, bumperplugs does not use OE parts.
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08-04-2017, 10:07 AM
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So Blessed!
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lkchris
Have your dealer get you a couple 996 701 811 00 G2X.
They are only $7-9 and will fit properly. Will look great once you paint them, as "G2X" means "primer."
FYI, bumperplugs does not use OE parts.
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This part # 996 701 811 00 G2X posted at Pelican does not look like the part I want. Their Diagram is somewhat confusing. Most likely it's the correct part.
Bumper Cap 99670181100G2X - Genuine Porsche - 996-701-811-00-G2X | Pelican Parts
Here is Renntechs forum showing a picture of a OEM painted plug.
https://www.renntech.org/forums/topic/5830-bumper-plug-part-no-please/
If by chance the fasteners from Lowe's are not to my satisfaction, I'll see the Stealership for the plugs
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08-04-2017, 04:18 PM
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08-04-2017, 05:43 PM
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I bought the Porsche plugs from Pelican for a few bucks and had a small bottle of Polar Silver single stage touch up paint mixed up for $11 at the auto body supply store. Good enough.
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08-05-2017, 05:55 AM
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I stopped by Lowe's yesterday and located the fastener section. A clerk was nearby and I described what I was looking for and I mentioned they were on the Lowe's website for $.80. He led me to the section where there were two sliding drawers marked Automotive fasteners. Both Metal, and plastic. When he open the drawer right off I saw what I was looking for. There were several types of plugs, some for Ford, Chrysler, Nissan, GM, etc. After looking through the supply I found these.
I thought the gray would be best to work with than black. They fit perfectly in my Bumper. I will spray with adhesive promoter, prime and spray the Arctic Silver base coat and clear coat. So for a half gallon of diesel and a little time spent and the cost of 80 cents plus tax for the two, I think I am way ahead of the game. A final picture of the buttons installed will come later.
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08-05-2017, 12:16 PM
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I admire the DIY as I am a DIYer myself, and pretty frugal. But I hate painting. So I went with bumperplugs.com, Biarritz White, matched perfectly, arrived in a few days. Wham, bam, thank you ma'am.
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08-07-2017, 08:08 AM
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I finished up my Bumper Plugs this weekend, and installed. A nice tight flush fit to the Bumper. Looks Factory! For some reason my two pictures under 150 kb will not upload. Will try later.....
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Last edited by Lew; 08-07-2017 at 08:19 AM.
Reason: Trying again to upload pictures
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08-07-2017, 08:35 AM
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Quote:
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I finished up my Bumper Plugs this weekend, and installed. A nice tight flush fit to the Bumper. Looks Factory!
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08-09-2017, 05:10 AM
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Thank you Lew & 356guy; bought the plugs @ Lowes yesterday, now to get the paint. Your replies are very much appreciated.
Larry (the bald eagle)
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08-07-2017, 10:11 AM
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Great job.
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