2011 SD Front-end Ideas?
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I trimmed down the lower valance under the front bumper. First I removed it, but all the mounting holes were exposed, plus the bottom of the bumper has an exposed lip and it looked bad, so I just cut the valance down so it just covered the holes and lip. The front of the truck doesn't look as low to the ground now. I'm also thinking of getting some type of bumper/guard to hide some of the huge grill.
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THAT...is the look I am going for! What brand of grille is it? thanks!
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I trimmed down the lower valance under the front bumper. First I removed it, but all the mounting holes were exposed, plus the bottom of the bumper has an exposed lip and it looked bad, so I just cut the valance down so it just covered the holes and lip. The front of the truck doesn't look as low to the ground now. I'm also thinking of getting some type of bumper/guard to hide some of the huge grill.
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I went for in between a full replacement bumper and a bull bar. It still provides a ton of protection while costing less than the full replacements. Also helps break up the wall of a grille on the front. Mounts straight to the frame horns using the OEM bumper bolts. The bars are 1.5" tubes with 1/4" uprights. Solid 1 piece steel.
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I went for in between a full replacement bumper and a bull bar. It still provides a ton of protection while costing less than the full replacements. Also helps break up the wall of a grille on the front. Mounts straight to the frame horns using the OEM bumper bolts. The bars are 1.5" tubes with 1/4" uprights. Solid 1 piece steel.
Great looking truck! I actually started out looking for an XL, but this XLT worked out the best. I am hoping there is a vinyl floor under my carpet. Those grille guards are kinda cool too. What brand is that? Surely not a Ranch Hand.
Also glad to see I am not the only guy who bought a 6.2 gasser! This engine is a new beast not to be compared to the old 5.4! I always get the "why didn't you buy diesel" question from co-workers and friends.
It all came down to what I could find (I was buying used not new) and my price range.Cheers!
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Also glad to see I am not the only guy who bought a 6.2 gasser! This engine is a new beast not to be compared to the old 5.4! I always get the "why didn't you buy diesel" question from co-workers and friends. It all came down to what I could find (I was buying used not new) and my price range.
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It all came down to what I could find (I was buying used not new) and my price range.Cheers!
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I think the one in the link below gives a nice balance. Would look even better with a chrome bull bar.
www.carid.com/2011-ford-f-350-grill/t-rex-black-upper-billet-grills-227618.html
www.carid.com/2011-ford-f-350-grill/t-rex-black-upper-billet-grills-227618.html
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