Thoen: You vent looks similar to mine but cleaner. I like it.
s928s: I think I know the piece you're talking about. It should be the plastic shield in the 3rd picture as seen through the vent hole. I was considering removing it altogether to get more airflow to the radiator. Am I crazy or is this the piece?
flash: I understand what you mean by the troubles with selling the car later and I keep the thought somewhere in the back of my head. I figure I'll likely smash the car and kill myself so I should just go all out now while I have time.

Thanks for the input fellas.