Recent content by Smashy

Its been a while, but I've had a request to post some pics of the brackets for the Lund bug guard installation I talked about earlier; here they are. You place a small piece of film over the paint to protect from scratching, then the bracket (already bolted to the bug guard) slides over the...

Re: Sweet Grille Thanks Metro. I was surprised how heavy the grill is - quality item. Of course I didn't realize the work involved for install when I bought it. If it wasn't for the guys posting on here, I would have never figured out how to get the stock grill out without breaking things...

Here's my Pics Here is the finished install. If you want to see the brackets on the underside of the hood, let me know and I'll take some pics to post.

Re: Mesh grill Don't know that its a "Strut look-alike", but I'm very happy with my Precision Grille, Stainless Wire Mesh - 60 series. Cost me about $400 but I think it looks great. Have a look and see what you think.

Previously Enjoyed or New? I'll take the used and save ten grand + tax + interest, etc. If you're worried about warranty, you can buy the extended before it runs out. Think of the wheels and upgrades you could put on her with that extra money. Get the build date from the seller's door if...

Re: bug shield I recently put a Lund Interceptor on my '07 Hoe. There are 5 brackets that hold the guard out and away from the hood. You apply a small piece of clear film at each bracket location. The brackets rest over the film and there is a set screw you tighten on the backside of the...

There are other posts on here detailing the procedure, but its a little fuzzy until you get into it. I removed all the bolts across the top of the grill hold-down. I also loosened one headlight so I could get my hand in behind better. Take a 1" putty knife and slide it from the front...