repro grills
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repro grills
Hey guys, does anyone have any info on aftermarket grill surrounds for a 79 f-150? I was told that noone makes a good repro anymore. I've heard that they do not shine like the factory ones do and do not fit very well. Any input. I need a new one but do not know where to get it.
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I think the biggest problem with the repro stuff is the metal is a thinner gauge so therefore it is cheaper and not as tough. I have aftermarket repro plastic (inserts) grilles in my 75 F250 and my 73 F350. I had no problem putting them in and they still look good. After all it is plastic so it is fairly flexable within reason. The one set is over 3 years old and still looks good. I got mine locally from Certifit for around $15/each. The aluminum shell is more though. Certifits website is certifit.com.
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Yeah, burg460 is right. the metal is thinner, and it doesn't shine AT ALL. I was not very impressed when I pulled my new repro shell out of the box. But, you can't find a good used one hardly anywhere, so what are ya gonna do?
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