01 grille question
#1
01 grille question
I already customized my 01's grille. I kinda want something different, but it seems to be cast out of the same mold as the bumper. Stillen.com sells a billet grille that I like, but it looks like I,d have to cut out the old grille, and I don't know if the new one would fit well. Stillen said my grille should be held in with a few screws but the only screws I've found hold on the beauty ring. I think Stillen is wrong! Has anyone replaced their 01's grille and if you have any info please let me know.
#5
Originally Posted by NEED2BFAST
Okay when I cut it out, how does the aftermarket one stay in, and does it stay in tight or does it look trailer parkish?
#7
Originally Posted by soonerfan
on the 00-01, the grill is part of the whole bumper. you have to cut it out
Are you sure? This doesn't make sense to me.
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#11
Originally Posted by spdfreak
Are you sure? This doesn't make sense to me.
Mine has a crack in it and I never tried to take it out and fix it.
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#12
Originally Posted by spdfreak
Are you sure? This doesn't make sense to me.
Mine has a crack in it and I never tried to take it out and fix it.
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#13
Here's a 00-01 bumper on ebay. As you can see the grille and bumper are one piece.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
![](http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/12/web/504000-504999/504020_56_full.jpg)
#14
Originally Posted by 808MAX-SPEC
Here's a 00-01 bumper on ebay. As you can see the grille and bumper are one piece.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
![](http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/12/web/504000-504999/504020_56_full.jpg)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
![](http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/12/web/504000-504999/504020_56_full.jpg)
#15
Originally Posted by NEED2BFAST
Have you thought of removing your Nissan badge and putting it over the aftermarket grille. It would look tighter that way. When I get a little more computer savvy I'll post a pic of mine.
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#16
Originally Posted by spdfreak
Are you sure? This doesn't make sense to me.
Mine has a crack in it and I never tried to take it out and fix it.
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Originally Posted by NEED2BFAST
and Metalmaxima, I'm assuming you posted the pic because you cut out your grille?
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#17
Originally Posted by Metal Maxima
No, it doesn't make any sense. I'm assuming the engineers went on a heavy bender prior to designing this part of the vehicle.
You mean this thread isn't about Maxima's in the woods? CRAP.
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#18
Originally Posted by NEED2BFAST
So, you cut out the grille. Good, now that i'm catching on, who makes the grille you used, and where did you find it???
HOW-TO Thread can be found HERE.
Good luck, lemme know if you have any questions.
#19
Originally Posted by 808MAX-SPEC
Here's a 00-01 bumper on ebay. As you can see the grille and bumper are one piece.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
![](http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/12/web/504000-504999/504020_56_full.jpg)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-01...QQcmdZViewItem
The Street Scenes recommends that you should cut out the grille but I opted to cover the OEM grille. Some people say I should cut it out but I like it this way. Also, the grille comes with metal clips to secure it in place.
![](http://images.cardomain.com/member_images/12/web/504000-504999/504020_56_full.jpg)
it looks good, IMO
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#21
Originally Posted by Metal Maxima
Street Scenes makes the grille, it can be found on Stillen.com. Still one of the best cosmetic mods for the 5th gen IMHO.
HOW-TO Thread can be found HERE.
Good luck, lemme know if you have any questions.
HOW-TO Thread can be found HERE.
Good luck, lemme know if you have any questions.
Them grilles are on a national back order. They said I should get mine in August.
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#22
I made a custom one that overlays the stock grille, out of expanded metal mesh (stucco lathe) and it looks rather pimp! I just suck at computers so I don't know how to post a pic. Look at your local builders supply, (home depot did not carry) It's gutter guard , but the diaminds are a little larger and it comes in a 2ft. x 8ft. piece for about $8. If you have to order over the phone, ask for non-dimpled. I'll write up my how to when I get a few more minutes.
#23
Originally Posted by NEED2BFAST
I made a custom one that overlays the stock grille, out of expanded metal mesh (stucco lathe) and it looks rather pimp! I just suck at computers so I don't know how to post a pic. Look at your local builders supply, (home depot did not carry) It's gutter guard , but the diaminds are a little larger and it comes in a 2ft. x 8ft. piece for about $8. If you have to order over the phone, ask for non-dimpled. I'll write up my how to when I get a few more minutes.
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I saw someone on cardomain who bought one of those sheets of the same stuff from autozone and cut it out to fit his car, it looked pretty good too.
#27
Originally Posted by chopstix2nrz
I tried to do that and i had a hard time getting the cuts good enough and then i realized i didnt buy Stainless
I saw someone on cardomain who bought one of those sheets of the same stuff from autozone and cut it out to fit his car, it looked pretty good too.
![Tard smash](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/smashfreak.gif)
I saw someone on cardomain who bought one of those sheets of the same stuff from autozone and cut it out to fit his car, it looked pretty good too.
#33
Originally Posted by edsymister
i like the billet grille better but can,t get one for my 01
I have seen it on the 00,02&03, but not 01's
Question:-is the 00 & 01 bumpers the same?
PS. Yours look pretty GOOD though
I have seen it on the 00,02&03, but not 01's
Question:-is the 00 & 01 bumpers the same?
PS. Yours look pretty GOOD though
read the stickies and FAQ.
thanks
#37
Originally Posted by edsymister
i like the billet grille better but can,t get one for my 01
I have seen it on the 00,02&03, but not 01's
Question:-is the 00 & 01 bumpers the same?
PS. Yours look pretty GOOD though
I have seen it on the 00,02&03, but not 01's
Question:-is the 00 & 01 bumpers the same?
PS. Yours look pretty GOOD though
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