inserts...which is best

Post by **Welky** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 2:56 pm

I was told my wood inserts/trim is a bit 'pipe 'n slippers' yesterday which I've always suspected, but has left me devastated nonetheless. So, which of the following is best, and how much/where to buy from? (searches revealed little).

Piano Black
Carbon Fibre
Aluminum
Gold plated

Photos valued of course.

Post by **Brooner** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 3:14 pm

Carbon Fiber would be my first choice then aluminum second

Post by **Daveperc** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 3:20 pm

I was told my wood inserts/trim is a bit 'pipe 'n slippers' yesterday which I've always suspected, but has left me devastated

First advice - "get a life"!! If that's left you devasted there is clearly something missing!!

Next try a 'pipe 'n slippers' - you might find that you like it!!

Only then start modding the car - though it is clearly established that Carbon Fibre is the only way to go!! There are two options - either replace with full trim, which is expensive if done with all new parts, or else there are several vinyl wrap options which if done carefully are almost indistinguishable from the original. Do a search on these forums as there have been a number of posts in the last year.

Dave

Post by **Brooner** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 3:20 pm

my choices would be these

Post by **Welky** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 4:08 pm

Thanks Brooner, spot on. Anyone got a piano black pic?

Daveperc; surely you get sarcasm..."get a life!" - bit strong isn't it? That aside, I've seen the posts on carbon wrap and looks a little cheap to be honest. I'm with you on the carbon though - my fav at the moment.

Post by **philroach** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 4:43 pm

carbon fibre is definitely the best , imho !!!!

Post by **MoRS6+** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 4:52 pm

Welky wrote:I was told my wood inserts/trim is a bit 'pipe 'n slippers' yesterday which I've always suspected, but has left me devastated nonetheless.

You mean you've got the walnut dash?!

Sooo last year dude...

Sorry, couldn't resist there

Everyone knows carbon is the best, but I do love the piano black...

Post by **mrmule** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 4:56 pm

I had wood in my first rs6 and felt the same as you. I have black in my a4 and carbon in my new rs6 and carbon wins hands down. It's timeless.

Post by **iR8V10** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 5:01 pm

Piano for me... Don't understand having carbon if it's not actually carbon? It does look good though.

Post by **MoRS6+** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 5:05 pm

RS6_Dave wrote:Don't understand having carbon if it's not actually carbon?

Eh?? Lost me there mate!

Post by **iR8V10** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 5:08 pm

As in for the weight saving... These are just wrapped for the 'look' of carbon fibre.

Post by **mrmule** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 5:11 pm

I had wood in my first rs6 and felt the same as you. I have black in my a4 and carbon in my new rs6 and carbon wins hands down. It's timeless.

Post by **lindowkid** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 5:29 pm

Nice conditioned leather, has anyone ever had their seats refurbed, my bolsters are a bit cracked.... (sound painful I know)

Post by **Welky** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 6:25 pm

Cracked Bolsters! Ooh yes, very painful. My wife cracks my bolsters after every visit to the workshop. You can get ointment to aid the dry discomfort but I fear this is only a band-aid fix. Long term you will need a new pair, so perhaps a bolster transplant. Cheaper than replacing the wife.

Post by **bam_bam** » Mon Sep 06, 2010 6:49 pm

I'm bias toward Brushed Alu but I think Piano Black would be super sweet, carbon (wet carbon looks dated IMO) is a close third and wood is trailing a long long way behind.

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