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Old 10-25-2012, 06:51 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Grill block mounting help

Im looking to make a set of brill Blocks for my VW Passat and im making them out of clear Perspex so they are as clean and stealthy as i can get it as i want to have a factory fitted look but my problem is how can i mount them with out having bolts or cable ties showing?

im looking to do all 3 Lower grills with a vent in the center grill.
Also a Half block on the Large center Grill with the VW Logo.
I want it to look a clean as possible.


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Old 10-25-2012, 07:47 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Maybe you could cut grill block with some additional mounting points, heat them up and bend to the inside, then use zip ties or screws to mount it?

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Old 10-25-2012, 08:45 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I did think about that but there isnt enought clearance between the bumper and the grill.
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Can you take a pic of the actual front of your car? That will be easier to see what we're talking about.
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Yes i will get one up in a bit.
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The grills are a tight fit in the resess of the bumper the upper grill should not be a problem its just the lowwer grills.
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Why you don't want to use those holes in a "black" area? The actual grill...
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The two side grills are only half open and dont fancy having visable cuts in them.
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Maybe some thin pieces of inox, screwed to the Prespex and fitted into the tight space between grill and bumper cover?

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You could put the grille block on the inside, for that stealthy look.

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