Bumper hole grill inserts

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An earlier post on billet grills reminded me of this cool accessory I picked up at the Mopar Nationals in August - and finally got around to putting in last weekend! As you can see from the picture, it fills the holes next to the fog lights with matching honey comb grillwork. You wouldn't be able to use the holes as steps anymore, but I think it finishes off the front nicely.
http://www.unusualauto.com/truck_accessories.htm

(disclaimer: I have been in and out of the forums due to a crazy work schedule and moving, so if this is redundant I apologize. )

Vic
99 QC SB 2WD 6spd w/ a 2000 Sunlite Eagle SB pop-up slide in camper.

 

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Vic, these look like what I've wanted. However, the website states that they'er not for '99 or 00' model years. Since I've got an '01, I'd assume that they won't fit my truck either. You have a 2000, I think. Have you installed these on your truck??

 

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fmj, it says 99 & 00 "Sport" models.
Larry

 

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Originally posted by Vic R:
An earlier post on billet grills reminded me of this cool accessory I picked up at the Mopar Nationals in August - and finally got around to putting in last weekend! As you can see from the picture, it fills the holes next to the fog lights with matching honey comb grillwork. You wouldn't be able to use the holes as steps anymore, but I think it finishes off the front nicely.
http://www.unusualauto.com/truck_accessories.htm

(disclaimer: I have been in and out of the forums due to a crazy work schedule and moving, so if this is redundant I apologize. )

Vic
99 QC SB 2WD 6spd w/ a 2000 Sunlite Eagle SB pop-up slide in camper.

I recently purchased a set of stull diamond wire grill inserts,they look great and the diameter is smaller than the stock grill. i had to order the bumper inserts though. check em out.

 

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If you can find an old grill, you can cut it up and mount it behind the bumper holes. I did this and it worked great!

 

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I had the Lund bug screens in the bumper before I changed it to my new deer strainer bush bumper.

The Lund worked well but the small diameter holes cut out too much light from the fog lights. I drilled out the holes to double the diameter in front of the lights. That improved the lighting significantly but was not totally satisfactory. If the old bumper had stayed on, I would have cut out a large portion in front of the lights. If that didn't work, then I would have cut them so that the lights were fully exposed.

The Lunds were great at stopping everything but nats and guts.

The problem with those fancy inserts is they look like they would stop as much as the regular grill... and that ain't much. Suppose you've thought of that and put screen behind the grills.

 

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Vick R. Thanks for the link. I just ordered a set for my ride. I'll put screen in back of them to keep the little items out.

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1998 12V Quadcab,BDTC,BD valve body,torquelock,230 plate Thermowrap.

 

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After seeing the post this AM, I checked the web site
http://www.unusualauto.com/truck_accessories.htm

It turns out it is just down the road from where I work. I called the 888# and got the owner on the phone. He doesn't have a "store", he does mail order only. He did agree to meet me at the local airport to drop off the set of grille insets I had purchased, we both had some business to take care of in that area.

Turns out he is a real nice guy. He said he would do a group purchase for TDR members (sorry wwcd2, I'm not trying to move in on your specialty). If we order at least five sets, he will sell them for a few dollars less than the internet special price ($22. 95) listed on the web site. If we order 10 or more sets he will knock off a few dollars more.

I really like the way they look on my truck. Drop me an email if you want the details.

I am going to be without a computer for while, maybe someone can re-thread this as a group purchase.

ddee@sunny. er. usgs.gov

Dave D

Standard Dislaimer: I am in no way involved with the web site nor do I benefit from the arrangement, just a satisfied customer trying to pass on some savings.

 

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I have a 99 SLT, and they fit great. I think they really complete the front of the truck. Its my understanding that they won't fit the 99+ Sports because the bumpers are different.

Now all I need is to find that pre-99 White sport grill!

-Vic

99 SLT QC 6spd 2WD SB

 

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Vic R. , thanks for the info. I was lucky that yogibear can read. Obviously, I can't. I'm ordering a set.

 

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Count me in on the inserts... .
How would you apply the screen behind the
inserts? where can I find some stainless
steel screen?
Thanks guys.
Jesse.

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'01 White 2500 Quad Cab SLT 4X4 auto, 3. 54, Camper Pkg, Trlr Pkg. everything but leather and clearance lights, Stockland shell, Custom storage/gun box/sleeping platform, Banks EGT and Boost gauges, Most important add on... . the black hunting Lab on the back seat.

 

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I just ordered a set also. I think that is at least 5 so far.

TR

 

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Just sent you a "detail" request Dave D. How many is that now?

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David Dressler
2001 Driftwood 3500 Quad Cab 4x4, 155 inch WB, 5. 9L HO Cummins Diesel (ETH), 6-Speed HD Manual (DEE), SLT+, 3. 54 Anti-Spin Axle, Camper Special Group, Trailer Tow Group, Leather, Sliding Rear Window, Jacob's E-Brake, Rhino Liner, VDO Vision (pyro, boost, engine oil temp. ), Weather Guard Diamond Plate Saddle Box, Tork Lift camper tie-downs, AND functional Halo light!
Bigfoot 3000 10. 11 Slide-in Camper.

 

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Please include me for a set, let me know where to mail the kale. bg

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White 99 3500, QC, 3:55, auto. most options except leather, Line-X bed liner, fiberglass running boards Rancho 9000s, bug shield and window vents, black vented 5th wheel tailgate, 100 gal. aux. fuel tank.

 

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I'm in.
Back to the top to get some more involved.

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2001 2500; SLT; 4x4; QC; LWB; Auto; 3. 54 LS; 265s; Camper; Tow; Sliding Rear Window; Travel Convenience Group; Cab Clearance Lamps; Forest Green

 

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I installed a Stull Billit grill and fog inserts in my '96 1500Ram, and when I got my Y2K 3500 I matched them in my new truck. I think they make the truck look awesome. Paid about $190 through Summit.

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Bob in Sacramento
Y2K All Black 3500 ISB 4x4 4:10 LSD,Auto,QC,SLT Laramie, LB, Polished Stull Billet Grill & Fog inserts, Chrome Smitty Built Step Rails, Mopar Chrome-Tipped Mud Flaps, A-Pillar mounted Turbo/Pyro/Trans Temp gauges,21-20-99 & 18-24-99 Computer Re-Flash,Weatherguard 'Weekender' Ladder-rack,Rancho 9000's,Diamond Plate Tool Box, OEM U. R. Bedliner.
Fact:"The First Fords' had 'DODGE' Engines-The Last Fords' NEED THEM!"

 

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Add me to the list also... ... ... !!


Gary

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01' 2500 - QC/SB, ISB w/Auto, 4X4, 3. 54 LSD, Solid White - Westin Bars, A. R. E. Cap, Bug/Vent Sheilds, K&N Air Filter, Autometer Ultralites Boost/EGT/Trans.


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We're getting ready to order. Anyone else want in? Contact Dave D. if you want to get in on it.

 

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Count me in, I definitely want a set.

 

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Bought mine before the buy. Takes longer to get them out of the package than it takes to install. They look good. One must have the fog light plastic insert for them to work