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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 06:38 PM
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Raptor Style Grille
Anyone want a Raptor Style Grille? This company is making one that will fit the Ex!

http://www.paramount-automotive.com/...ed-grille.html

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http://paramount-automotive.com/medi...Issue%2013.pdf



1999 2004 Ford F250 350 Paramount 41 0163 2017 Raptor Style Mesh Grille | eBay
 
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 07:02 PM
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What do the 'letters' spell ?

DODD ??
 
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 07:03 PM
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What do the 'letters' spell ?

DODD ??
Honestly, you are pointing out the main issue with the grill. If it did not look so off there, then I might consider it
 
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 07:19 PM
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Uh....

I guess if that's what you like...
 
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Wtf...............
 
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 07:32 PM
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Wtf...............
Thanks........
 
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I had to check.....the spelling.

 
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I had to check.....the spelling.


Yes, apparently they don't have a licensing agreement with Ford.... just DODD.
 
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According to the website:

• Guaranteed to improve vehicle appearance
• Rigorously tested for fit and finish
• Replaces entire OE grille assembly
• Easy installation
• Amber accent lights included
• Dimensions: 0x0x0 inches
• Weight: 0 pounds


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What do the 'letters' spell ?

DODD ??

First time I looked "DODO"
 
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Yeah, I'll buy from someone that knows how to spell, or that can at least take a look at the product they're knocking off.
 
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Worst knockoff ever.
 
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geez see the rust on that draglink on the model picture of truck?
 
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If that was chrome with "Ford" maybe I'd like it more...but with the DODD...very strange...what were they thinking?
 
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First time I looked "DODO"

They should have gone for 'DOOD'
 
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It is sad, they were almost there with a Raptor inspired grill, but then they dropped the ball...
 
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