2012 grille mod ????s

[cumminchevy]

does anyone have pics and info on removing the "C's" on the chrome grilles.

I hate them and want them gone.

Thanks in advance

[ATCguy]

SECTION 501-08: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation 2012 F-250, 350, 450, 550 Super Duty Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 07/20/2011

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Radiator Grille






Item Part Number Description
1 8213 Ford emblem
2 8200 Radiator grille assembly surround
3 8200 Upper radiator grille bar
4 8200 Lower radiator grille bar
5 8200 Outer radiator grille nostril (LH/RH)
6 8A284 Outer radiator grille nostril reinforcement (LH/RH)
7 8A284 Radiator grille mesh/carrier
8 N803043 Inner radiator grille reinforcement to radiator grille outer shell rivets (7 required)
9 8A284 Radiator grille bracket


Removal

1. Using a non-staining, removable marker draw a line at the 4 spots where the radiator grille bracket sits on the radiator and grille support.





2. Remove the 2 pushpins and disconnect the air deflector from the radiator grille bracket





3. Remove the 4 radiator grille bracket to radiator and grille support bolts.

• To install, tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).

4. Tilt the radiator grille slightly forward and press down on the clips and disconnect it from the lower bumper reinforcement and remove the radiator grille, hood seal, and bracket as an assembly.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

[cumminchevy]

Thanks I know how to get the grill off the truck. I'm lookin for more info on removing the "C's" out of the grill.

[cumminchevy]

I plasti-dipped them last night. Ill work about the removal later on.

Thanks for the help.