Thickness is only part of the issue. Selecting a stronger, harder alloy would require a stronger die and more press force. Some aluminum alloys might be heat treatable after pressing for greater strength. Stronger aluminum may end up breaking an expensive die. Remember to use SS screws as one will already have two metals rubbing together in a potentially damp environment. Electrolysis will begin eating the aluminum which is the sacrificial anode and the loser. Salt water speeds the process. Agreed they are beautiful. Rich Barber From: James Douglas <jdd@xxxxxxxxxx> Thanks all for the advice. I may just send mine in to be re-worked. Since this is going to be our daily driver the plates will take a beating over time. Why they did not manufacture the replacements out of a thicker than stock gauge is beyond me. These plates are there to take abuse. Best, James From: 'Joe Williams' via Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> I installed a pair of these on my 300H. As stated, they are a thinner metal then original, but look nice. Be careful installing and they should work out for you. Can't speak to the durability but my old ones were in really bad shape so this was the right decision for me. I would do it again. Joe On Friday, July 7, 2023 at 01:40:42 AM EDT, Rich Barber <c300@xxxxxxx> wrote: I have some knowledge of the history of these plates. Bottom line is they look pretty but may lack the strength to sustain installation and use without distortion. The dies must be designed to form a product from the proper alloy and thickness of a material that will look and perform well. Initial work did not result in satisfactory results. Hopefully, enough improvements have been in material and process to create a rugged and beautiful product. Caveat emptor. Baby them in any case, especially when compressing carpet or windlace. Don’t put a crink in a $200+ item. . Feedback from early buyers would be welcomed. Rich Barber Brentwood, CA. From: chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> On Behalf Of Nick Taylor Vans Auto made them and sells them for $350 plus shipping. Someone said they're nice but not as thick as the originals so you have to be extra careful not to over tighten the screws. On Thu, Jul 6, 2023, 8:43 PM 'James Douglas' via Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
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