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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 02:56 AM
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Has anyone had problems with the bottom of their grill pulling away from the top of their bumper? Mine seems to be pulling apart close to the left side and close to the right side, while staying attached in the middle. The result is that the bottom of the grill has a curve to it. You don't really notice it unless you look closely, but it is driving me nuts. Should I get in there and try to re-attach somehow or take it to the dealer. I still have the factory warranty.

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Old Jan 3, 2008 | 11:12 AM
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dealer for sure. you may have a broken clip. plus if it scratched the bumper they will have to fix it.
Old Jan 3, 2008 | 11:37 AM
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mine seems to be doing that too! I took a look and all clips are clipped in just fine. It seems as if its just slightly warped.
Old Jan 3, 2008 | 06:44 PM
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mine seems to be doing that too! I took a look and all clips are clipped in just fine. It seems as if its just slightly warped.

That's weird. I guess it is just all of that plastic is made to be light for speed and efficiency, but it just isn't sturdy. I just went out and looked at my clips too.
Old Jan 3, 2008 | 06:47 PM
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dealer for sure. you may have a broken clip. plus if it scratched the bumper they will have to fix it.
BTW afixer, your stang looks awesome.

Old Jan 4, 2008 | 12:14 AM
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While were on the subject of grille problems, is there any way to remove water spots on these plastic grilles (any products i could buy to take care of them?) also, the plastic is looking kinda grey, is there anything to give it back the nice black luster it had the day i bout it? Thanks.
Old Jan 4, 2008 | 12:25 AM
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Ok, so i did a little research and it seems like alot of mustang owners use mother's "back to black" solution to clean their grilles. Ill have to try this out. I also read alot about distilled vinegar...could work.
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