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Larry C wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:51 pm

blueline wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:01 am GT4 and GT4RS cars have a center radiator.

The GTS 4.0 also has a center radiator.

Good to know.

Then the grill area that 71eh and Tom are talking about is open on your car with a screen rather than a solid piece, correct? (The thread and accompanying pics have gotten me somewhat confused!)

blueline wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:02 pm

Larry C wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:51 pm

blueline wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 9:01 am GT4 and GT4RS cars have a center radiator.

The GTS 4.0 also has a center radiator.

Good to know.

Then the grill area that 71eh and Tom are talking about is open on your car with a screen rather than a solid piece, correct? (The thread and accompanying pics have gotten me somewhat confused!)

It’s actually completely open with a radiator. I added Zunsport grills as protection for all three radiators.

Larry C wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:04 pm

blueline wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:02 pm

Larry C wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:51 pm

The GTS 4.0 also has a center radiator.

Good to know.

Then the grill area that 71eh and Tom are talking about is open on your car with a screen rather than a solid piece, correct? (The thread and accompanying pics have gotten me somewhat confused!)

It’s actually completely open with a radiator. I added Zunsport grills as protection for all three radiators.

Now I understand. Thanks!

The thread I started here was just in reference to the BASE and S models, not the GTS, GT4, and GT4 RS because they all have the different styled front end as standard which has an opening in the center. Only the Base and S models have the solid plastic piece in the center (no air flow), like in my pictures.

71eh wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:34 pm The thread I started here was just in reference to the BASE and S models, not the GTS, GT4, and GT4 RS because they all have the different styled front end as standard which has an opening in the center. Only the Base and S models have the solid plastic piece in the center (no air flow), like in my pictures.

I finally figured it out. Good that I learned something today...that's always a good thing.

71eh wrote: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:34 pm The thread I started here was just in reference to the BASE and S models, not the GTS, GT4, and GT4 RS because they all have the different styled front end as standard which has an opening in the center. Only the Base and S models have the solid plastic piece in the center (no air flow), like in my pictures.

Sorry that this thread meandered a bit. I think you are on to something. Porsche is very strict about using their logos or model designations but you could pick something specific to your car.

@Tom would it be cost effective to make embossed center plates for the 718 base and S folks? I’ll bet an inexpensive OEM template is available. I can call around tomorrow.

@Tom @71eh Suncoast sells the center bumper cover. Adam, are you looking for a 3D replacement cover, minus the slats, with lettering or design embossed or debossed on the cover? Maybe mock-up your dream version? Tom, would this be easily doable? It looks like the OEM cover has a lot of attachment points.

Larry C wrote: Fri Jan 12, 2024 8:21 am @Tom @71eh Suncoast sells the center bumper cover. Adam, are you looking for a 3D replacement cover, minus the slats, with lettering or design embossed or debossed on the cover? Maybe mock-up your dream version? Tom, would this be easily doable? It looks like the OEM cover has a lot of attachment points.

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Yea pretty much, as a cover, not a replacement part like the OEM one. It looks like that if its measured correctly, would fit overtop nicely. It was just a thought and might look kinda cool

ACC equipped 2.0 L variant for info.

P_Coastal wrote: Fri Jan 12, 2024 1:10 pm ACC equipped 2.0 L variant for info.

At least with the ACC, it has some character... Kinda reminds me of HAL 9000