05 Front end Upgrade
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05 Front end Upgrade
I just bought my 99 f350 and want to upgrade to the 05 front end. I scored a grill in almost perfect shape on ebay for 30 bucks. Aside from installing a new bumper does anyone know what else has to be done if anything? Thanks
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There have been posts before on this -- see if you can search for them. There is some cutting/grinding/drilling involved, but I don't exactly remember where. Just be careful cutting/grinding the chrome parts!!
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In my opinion, it is the lights that really make the difference. The lenses on my 99 are so dull and faded, they look terrible. Do some searches on the Superduty section and you will find lots of info on what years fit best, etc...
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yeah, cut the grille and keep the same bumper. it looks a hell of a lot better. You have to do the lights and mirrors as well.
I am very happy with the way my truck looks, and most people think it is an 05~07 until they see the rims. One of these days, I'll change those too.
I am very happy with the way my truck looks, and most people think it is an 05~07 until they see the rims. One of these days, I'll change those too.
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Originally Posted by Ed in Maine
In my opinion, it is the lights that really make the difference. The lenses on my 99 are so dull and faded, they look terrible. Do some searches on the Superduty section and you will find lots of info on what years fit best, etc...
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i would keep the stock bumper and just the lights. if you wanted the bumper to match the rest of your truck just powder coat it (which is what i'll be doing) instead of buying a newer version cuz like ED said its the lights that make the big difference.
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I agree with nlemerise.
I did the same with a crown victoria (very ugly yellow lenses) and with a mustang (very much the same). I think it's a problem with the plastic. After the buffing, the lenses look like new (i used a very fine polishing compound and formula wax for the finishing). Have to see to believe.
I did the same with a crown victoria (very ugly yellow lenses) and with a mustang (very much the same). I think it's a problem with the plastic. After the buffing, the lenses look like new (i used a very fine polishing compound and formula wax for the finishing). Have to see to believe.
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you can clean them, but the light output will never compare to that of the 05+ headlights. it is day and night difference. I am so glad I have them now!!!
Ford finally did something right.
Ford finally did something right.
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Originally Posted by Izzy351
There have been posts before on this -- see if you can search for them. There is some cutting/grinding/drilling involved, but I don't exactly remember where. Just be careful cutting/grinding the chrome parts!!
What it takes comes down to what you want to do. Previous posters have described varying levels of conversion with varying levels of cost, with a full front conversion topping the list as the most expensive. It all comes down to how much cash you wanna drop on giving your truck a new look.
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Originally Posted by Tenn01PSD350
I'm not going to even look at this thread anymore.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
I don't need a new grill/light combo.
LOL thats funny
