custom front grill

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  1. 302-72-mav

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    i am making a front grill out of a heat sheld off of a diesel it's the crome ones that you see on the side of them i will post pic's
     
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    :ttiwwp: still have some trimming to do


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    Somehow it's not anything I'd put on my car.:cry:
     
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    yeah i dont know man....
     
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  6. sierra grabber

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    did you leave some spare metal? you could take a ball peen and hammer it lightly on a corner of something that has a metal 90 degree edge and work it into matching the hood line\bumper..... that should help with the look IMO...
     
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    paint it black it will help it fit the look better

    brad:)
     
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    i still have to make the lower bracket so it sits flush like this

    i think it makes a diff

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    YEAH OR NAY
     
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    just doesn't fit the car I do see some potential there though but it would take alot more work.
     
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    Ummmm, nope, it looks pretty cheap.
     
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    How far back can you push it? Explore contrast. Dull/ shiny, smooth / rough, depth. Shiny is hard to work because even small dents make so much visual disruption. You really have to use professional methods and tools to keep from making a poor bend that deflects light. Also it has to be lined up perfect. Cut it down, push it back, and make a frame that will mask the edges. Try angling the top forward. You'll get a subtle glint from time to time that will call attention to the pattern of the heat shield. I'd try fiberglass for the frame. I don't know how much work you want to put into it. It's got some potential. Good luck.
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    I'd still cut it back from touching the headlights. Other than that it's good.
     
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    that's what i am going to do i wanted to mount it so i can cut it to the right length
     
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    i agree, once trimmed and moved back i can see it looking good...
     
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