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Old May 10, 2004 | 04:14 AM
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Question grille swaps

I have a 1971 F-100. Will the 1970, or 1972 grille fit my 1972? Thanks. Jim TN
 
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Old May 10, 2004 | 09:15 AM
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1970-72 had the same basic grille, only different INSERTS. Just unscrew the plastic insert and install the others. The 1970 had a fine egg crate design, the '71 had 9 blocks and the '72 had 4 blocks(if I recall correctly-pretty close though).
 
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Old May 11, 2004 | 09:45 PM
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Just tried to put my 72' grille insert into my 70' grille and it would not fit. About 3/4 of an inch short on the bottom tabs, could possibly be done with some creative bending. Just go easy!
 
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Old May 12, 2004 | 12:24 PM
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Some of the attachment points for the different grill shells are different. Some have 4 points (2 top 2 bottom) and some have 6 points ( 2 top 2 bottom 2 side)
 
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I needed to change out the grille on my 70 f250. Unknowingly I bought a 72 grille which looked the same but when I went to install my 70 inserts they wouldn't attach. I ended up with the 72 inserts. If I'm not mistaken the 71-72 inserts slant backwards from the top down.
 
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Old May 16, 2004 | 04:06 PM
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Finally found one on the internet Junk yard search. Claims the grille shell and inserts are in good condition. Cost $225.00. Pretty costly. I'm presently detailing it for a paint job. I should be able to shoot it in 2 weeks. Then put back all the bumpers, door handles, ect: Going back original wimbelton white. Thanks all. Jim TN
 
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