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Has anyone fitted the Mina/Adamesh type all chrome bonnet/hood vents to replace the factory XKR 2006 onwards factory standard version, if so can anyone post photos?
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Welcome to the forum James,

Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see.

In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

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Originally Posted by JW1
Hi All,
Has anyone fitted the Mina/Adamesh type all chrome bonnet/hood vents to replace the factory XKR 2006 onwards factory standard version, if so can anyone post photos?
Thanks,
James.
You might want to consider having them plated by a reputable company in the UK. You will be more pleased with having the originals plated, than buying aftermarket

If you cant find a company I would be more than happy to give you the phone and address of a company in Chicago or San Diego. Cost in Chicago is $400. Cost in Cali is $500. Wait time on both locales is about 4 weeks

The vents are made of plastic and are easily destroyed when buffing or plating. For this reason you should only use a plating company that specializes in this type of plating and not a vendor.. Good luck
 
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Thank you SoCal Babe, I will consider your advice.
 
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Tried them... didn't like them. I now have the chromed option from Jaguar. Much prettier.
 
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Thanks Guy, I assume you went for the type that require the outer edge spraying to match the bodywork?
 
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Thanks Guy, I assume you went for the type that require the outer edge spraying to match the bodywork?
Yes I did. Might have the originals painted that flat silver colour like the side events, I just for fun.
 
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