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Old Mar 28, 2017 | 06:50 PM
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Front Grill Surround Cover

I was curious if anyone purchased one of these guys off eBay. http://m.ebay.com/itm/122174765184?_mwBanner=1

I saw mixed reviews. 2 customers reviewed it well, and one said it was worth exactly 3 cents. I like the idea of a plastic cover that'll last longer than the plastic-dip or vinyl options.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 03:34 AM
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I bought the same one from Outmotoring - http://www.outmotoring.com/grill-tri...t-f56-blk.html

Its cheaper and you dont have to deal with ebay.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 05:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Mini_Vinnie
I bought the same one from Outmotoring - http://www.outmotoring.com/grill-tri...t-f56-blk.html

Its cheaper and you dont have to deal with ebay.
Thanks for the info, how do you like it? Good quality?
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 08:43 AM
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Thanks for the info, how do you like it? Good quality?
yep it's top quality. The construction is perfect. I'll snap a picture after work. Buy it, you won't be disappointed
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 10:23 AM
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yep it's top quality. The construction is perfect. I'll snap a picture after work. Buy it, you won't be disappointed
Awesome, thanks!!
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by StnTwnDevil
Awesome, thanks!!

 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 06:41 PM
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Thanks for posting, Looks great on your car! I've already ordered it along with the slat cover, can't wait!
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 07:24 PM
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Nice! you wont be disappointed.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 04:34 PM
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Got mine on Ali Express

Sorry about the bad pictures... I was using an old smartphone, inside a heated garage (car is in storage for winter) with poor lighting.

Fit is pretty good, and was the quick and fast way to get rid of the chrome.

I have the hood open, because the battery is disconnected.






 
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Old Apr 11, 2017 | 11:58 AM
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Did you you guys have to remove the front bumper to install?

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Sorry about the bad pictures... I was using an old smartphone, inside a heated garage (car is in storage for winter) with poor lighting.

Fit is pretty good, and was the quick and fast way to get rid of the chrome.

I have the hood open, because the battery is disconnected.






 
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Old Apr 11, 2017 | 05:59 PM
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Nope!

That is what drew me to this option. It is a 95 - 99% match in fit and finish, and basically is a molded overlay with 3M backing.

It was available in Red, or Black to match. Since it is basically, plug and play, you only need to clean the chrome oval grille. Remove the 3M tape to reveal the sticky side, line it up and press to fit.

Looks Huge! I then when about doing the black out trim around the chrome that goes around the beltline. Love it. The only thing I have chrome left, is the door handles (I have keyless entry, so I am basically out of luck) and the rear chrome piece on the tail gate (which, there is a JCW style overlay for that, but would prefer just red (like my front headlight and tail light overlays).

Cheers
 
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Old Apr 11, 2017 | 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by FDR
Did you you guys have to remove the front bumper to install?
Nope, thats whats awesome about it. You literally pull the backing off the tape and press it right onto your grill surround. It will take you longer to get the tape off then to install the cover.

5-10mins top to put it on
 
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Old Apr 11, 2017 | 06:09 PM
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Old Apr 11, 2017 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by LormaD
The only thing I have chrome left, is the door handles (I have keyless entry, so I am basically out of luck)
Cheers
I believe OutMotoring has door handle covers with comfort access. I have their non CA covers and they are of good quality.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2017 | 11:05 AM
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oh YES!!!!

Damn you Vetsvette... incouraging me to spend money..

Thank buddy!
 
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Old Apr 12, 2017 | 06:29 PM
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Somebody's gotta do it!
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 02:25 PM
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That is sweet! Thanks.

Originally Posted by Mini_Vinnie
Nope, thats whats awesome about it. You literally pull the backing off the tape and press it right onto your grill surround. It will take you longer to get the tape off then to install the cover.

5-10mins top to put it on
 
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Old Apr 13, 2017 | 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by FDR
That is sweet! Thanks.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2017 | 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Mini_Vinnie
Ordered it right after your reply. LoL.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2017 | 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by FDR
Ordered it right after your reply. LoL.
Nice! Glad to help
 
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Old Apr 21, 2017 | 03:22 PM
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front ****, hood closed


Did the front end the way I like it.... Red Slats for the intakes...
 
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 06:27 PM
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Nice. Looks good! And cheaper than eBay.
Has anyone found any cheaper solutions? $100 is pretty steep still... But rather do that than have the hassle of painting it.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2017 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by LormaD

Did the front end the way I like it.... Red Slats for the intakes...
Looks Great!
 
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Old Nov 14, 2017 | 07:14 AM
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Thank you

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...community.html

Thank you.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2017 | 08:39 AM
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Man if that is the one you got from Outmotoring

I got screwed. Mine does not come close to that kind of shine.
 
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