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chrischrischris wrote: Wed Apr 29, 2026 1:51 am Later versions of the batwing were improved with the addition of three finger-like projections integrated into the rear edge which attach to the engine tray, replacing that assortment of rivets, screws, speed nuts, and brackets.

Rather than use the OEM parts, a better solution would use a piece of aluminum or a 3D print to update the early batwing to the newer (better) design.

Tom wrote: Wed Apr 29, 2026 4:26 pm

chrischrischris wrote: Wed Apr 29, 2026 1:51 am Later versions of the batwing were improved with the addition of three finger-like projections integrated into the rear edge which attach to the engine tray, replacing that assortment of rivets, screws, speed nuts, and brackets.

Rather than use the OEM parts, a better solution would use a piece of aluminum or a 3D print to update the early batwing to the newer (better) design.

Have a picture of the new design?

whalenlg wrote: Wed Apr 29, 2026 9:35 pm For what it’s worth, I bought these on Amazon to put my Batwing on:

Maier USA Shoulder Washers 8MM -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074MJ2HKQ?re ... b_ap_share

They were much cheaper than the own ones. I also just found similar metric speed nuts at my local ace and a mixture of 6mm machine screws (Philips) and a couple of 6mm hex bolts.

chrischrischris wrote: Thu Apr 30, 2026 1:42 am

whalenlg wrote: Wed Apr 29, 2026 9:35 pm For what it’s worth, I bought these on Amazon to put my Batwing on:

Maier USA Shoulder Washers 8MM -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074MJ2HKQ?re ... b_ap_share

They were much cheaper than the own ones. I also just found similar metric speed nuts at my local ace and a mixture of 6mm machine screws (Philips) and a couple of 6mm hex bolts.

Shoulder washers are also used to fasten the lower sill black plastic trim. The Porsche pieces are very overpriced. Plastic would be a good material to use here as they will not corrode like the metal ones.