dlazrael

So I was looking at the stock grill, and noticed how much "back" plastic there is. I did a search of the forums, but couldn't find info on this:

Has anyone thought of taking a dremel to the "back" plastic to open up the air flow of the upper/lower grilles? Of course I would be careful not to remove so much as the thing fell out, but I was wondering if anyone else has done this, or if it's worth the time?

I don't really care for the billet grill looks, and I like my fogs, so I don't want a fog delete grille either, so I'm looking for a solution to a future problem. (I dont have heating issues yet, but I haven't installed a blower or what not yet either..

Thanks ahead of time

BleedinBlue

The stock grille doesn't block the air flow in any way, shape or form. There is no future problem to worry about.

07BLACKGT

+1. I agree with OP though, I hate the look of all that plastic. I painted mine with gloss black in very light coats. It dried a very even semi-gloss that doesn't look so cheap and dirty/plasticky.

Rylay

There are after market ones made for v6s to look like gts without the back plastic. But that will mess with the airflow a bit. Not sure for better or worse.

pinn

The lower GT area wouldn't allow very much additional airflow, the areas behind the plastic would also need cut out without damaging the mounting tab locations.



I am painting my aftermarket grilles atm, so here is a good shot of behind the lower grille.