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Old 08-26-2019, 07:02 AM
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Splash guard under the engine - do you still have yours?

So my splash guard, the large one towards the driver side has taken a beating lately. I officially lost all three snaps that hold it to the bottom of the bumper and cannot locate large enough ones at Pepboys. It has fallen and was scraping the road until I removed it over the weekend.

Does anyone know where to get replacement plugs/snaps other than the dealer that fits? Or should I just toss it in the trash?

Edit - so I went to a Nissan parts site and found the part number and googled. I found comparable clips on Amazon.

Here is the link if anyone needs them:
https://www.amazon.com/GOOACC-Fastener-Automotive-Furniture-Expansion/dp/B0093RRSXS/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=01553-2DR9A&qid=1566829348&s=automotive&sr=1-4 https://www.amazon.com/GOOACC-Fastener-Automotive-Furniture-Expansion/dp/B0093RRSXS/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=01553-2DR9A&qid=1566829348&s=automotive&sr=1-4

And now I need to visit a home depot. Some of the corner holes on my shrouds are broken so I am going the Macgyver route and will try to super glue a small washer in the same spot on the shroud to close the loop.

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Originally Posted by TallTom
Does anyone know where to get replacement plugs/snaps other than the dealer that fits?
In most locations, zip ties work great.
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Old 08-26-2019, 09:58 AM
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Try pull-a-part if you have one nearby, or a local salvage yard.
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Old 08-26-2019, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by maxiiiboy
In most locations, zip ties work great.
Yeah, I have done zip ties for the ones in the back of the shield but it looks like one ring broke so I plan on super gluing a metal washer in its place to close that loop back up.
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Got rid of both splash shields and inner fender lining on both sides coolant temps have decreased substantially
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I hate plastic clips. I use these for my under covers:

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Originally Posted by nestorlugo
Got rid of both splash shields and inner fender lining on both sides coolant temps have decreased substantially
What are your temps?
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Originally Posted by nestorlugo
Got rid of both splash shields and inner fender lining on both sides coolant temps have decreased substantially
Yes, I believe that. But water and other junk can now enter your engine compartment.
How is your alternator doing?
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It's good, previous owner got it from o'riley back in 2011. It crapped out once shortly after I bought it in 2012 (got a warranty replacement)has been good since.

I'll eventually put it all back
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