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  1. 09-08-2014, 07:43 AM #1
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    How is fit and finish of aftermarket alum engine grills?

    How do the aftermarket grills for early cars compare to OE for fit and finish? Considering one for a '70 driver....
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  2. 09-08-2014, 11:33 AM #2
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    You can also find a used one on the classifieds here and on the bird site...
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    Thanks. I've found several used ones, but all need to be refinished on top of price paid. So I'm trying to decide if I should go that route or get a repro if they are decent. Some repro parts are acceptable some are total junk. I've never seen a repro grill in person so I can't say. Looking for opinions on them. I searched but found nothing.
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    One of the vendors had one at Hershey this year. I thought it looked pretty good.
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    wow , its been 4 years ago since I posted this add, how times fly

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    we still make them .-)

    the quality have improve the last 2% that it was missing at the time ,
    these are the most original you will get :-)

    here is a pic of another reproduction, that is on the market , I think the picture speaks for it self

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    Quote Originally Posted by Marek View Post


    here is a pic of another reproduction, that is on the market , I think the picture speaks for it self

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    they probably do the engine lid where those grills fit also... man this is reale concours quality
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