Was trying to find something unique I could do to my 97 LX and thought of installing some fender vents. I first thought of just some faux non-functional stick on vents that looked real. Then that idea lasted for about 1 second, (dont want to be a poser). I searched through 100's of styles of aftermarket vents, and then came across some Land Rover Sport vents that looked like they would fit nicely on the 80 fenders. I got them on Ebay for $25 shipped. These vents are about 3 inches deep, so there is no getting around cutting a big hold in the side of your fender. I started by making a paper template on the back side of the vents, and just kept trimming the paper until it fit around the back side of the vent, then transferred that cut out onto another piece of paper, and used the inside cut for the template. Then I put masking tape on the fenders. I positioned the cut out on the passenger side fender first to see where it would look best yet still be able to eventually mount a snorkel, then took measurements and did the same on the other side, drawing an outline. Then I started cutting away with the cut-off wheel air tool. Once you start cutting there is no turning back. I then sanded the edges to smoothe them out, and painted the cut metal. The back of the vents have hooks on the top and clips that snap into place on the bottom, so you push in, then slide up, then push the bottom into place and they snap in. Pretty simple, you just have to make sure you get your cut right on. Remember, you can always cut more, cut too much and they won't be able to snap into place. I sprayed them with Satin Black to offset against the gloss black. Here are some pictures.
I have more pictures, but I don't know how to post more than 3 at a time, maybe someone can tell me how.
I have more pictures, but I don't know how to post more than 3 at a time, maybe someone can tell me how.