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DieselDixon
05-23-2003, 22:55
I was looking for a Billet grill for my 03 2500HD, but it seems that there are plenty of them out there. Which ones do you guys recommend as being the best? I am looking at the cutout version, not the overlay and want the polished version.
56Nomad
05-24-2003, 19:38
quad1100,

I would recommend you post this question in the 2500/3500 Accessories
forum.
mdrag
05-24-2003, 20:26
Transferred to the Accessories forum.

mdrag
Professor
05-24-2003, 21:36
Carriage Works

http://www.carriageworksinc.com/products/41842.html
dmaxstu
05-25-2003, 09:32
I installed the billet grille where you cut out the old one and insert the new one, the main reason I did this was because the old grille had GMC in the middle and in the 2002 these letters covered my tranny cooler completely. Now if I were to do that again I would buy the complete unit including all the chrome around the lights etc. they cost around $500. It would then be a straight forward bolt-in instal.Although I did a bang up job it was hard to cut the old one neatly and when you look closely you can see where it once was. Also I had to use my imagination and fabricate installation brackets etc. since the hardware that came with the kit was incomplete.I hope this helps. Stu
DieselDixon
05-25-2003, 17:56
Who sells the complete unit? Have not seen that one yet.
dmaxstu
05-25-2003, 21:08
quad1100
I think it was www.stylinconcepts.com I usually get rid of those accessories catalogs real quick before I start ordering so I could'nt find one to be sure. Look at Trenz billet grilles.Stu

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ratlover
05-27-2003, 14:05
Anyone know offhand if the grill inserts(were you keep the factory center peice and just ditch the plastic grate) affects fit of the cold weather front?

How bout the full billet grills?

I'm thinking about some inserts or something for my chevy since the plastic grate looks kinda cheesy IMO but i kinda like the looks of the rest of the grill.
Robertaz
06-02-2003, 09:40
The shops I talked with wouldn't install a billet grill on the HD's because the OEM plastic grill is chrome plated and will peel after it is cut. I replaced the entire grill ($350 Stull). Looks great and allows full air flow to the Xmission cooler.
Kevin West
06-04-2003, 09:22
if anyone cuts out thier grill (GMC 3 bar grill) please let me know i would like the old pices. ill take care of the shipping cost and all. Roadrat68@aol.com
DieselDixon
06-09-2003, 22:14
Well I think after extensive research I am going with the Putco Liquid grill, I think it looks nice and it is a bolt over. Sorry Kevin

Anyone have any pictures of this grill in an 03'? All I can find are the 02's
mfontana
06-09-2003, 23:35
Robertaz

I would be very interested to see the finished product. If you have any pictures, please post them.
DieselDixon
06-10-2003, 14:07
I ordered it today, I will post some pic's when I get it installed.
VWLURE
06-14-2003, 18:45
I decided not to go with the ol' standard billet grill. I went with a polished stainless flammed grill from DJMotorsports and it great. Install took about a 1/2 hour. Just something that thats different.
DieselDixon
06-27-2003, 17:42
Originally posted by DieselDixon:
I ordered it today, I will post some pic's when I get it installed. Well I am getting a little tick off here. I received the grill a few weeks ago and the mounting studs were broken off the back do to shipping damage. They sent me a replacement and guess what, the studs are broken off them too. I called Putco up and told them there packaging sucks! They said we know, so I guess I am not the only one. The sad thing is I don't think UPS will cover it because, to tell you the truth there wasn't any damage to the boxes, they just have terrible packaging. I will be surprised if I ever get a grill in one piece if it comes by freight. This time they told me to request the extra special packaging because it is the third attempt. I'm crossing my fingers; maybe one day I can post a picture!
DieselDixon
07-18-2003, 00:16
Well here it is guys. After receiving grill number 3 with a broken stud, I took the best looking grill (the third grill looked to have been a reworked
tophog
07-19-2003, 10:22
Sorry to hear about all the shipping/return trouble. That would really irritate me ... I would have given up after 2 grills. It looks like your persistance paid off, the grill looks sweet. smile.gif