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3rd Gen to 2nd Gen Grill?

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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 08:48 AM
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Hello everyone, does anyone have any experience modding a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 grill to fit a 2000 Dodge Ram 1500? I'm sure it won't be an exact fit? I found a really good 2004 grill, cheap. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanx.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 08:50 AM
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If you're good at bodywork, sheetmetal working and fiberglass, then sure, you can do it.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 08:50 AM
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I dont know the exact differences but, anything can be done with the right amount of time, knowledge, money, and skill. And of course a place to do it.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 12:18 PM
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not a good idea the 2nd gen ones are cheap
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by V10Rampower
not a good idea the 2nd gen ones are cheap
OP wants to replace his 2nd gen with a 3rd gen.

OP, if you have access to the 3rd gen grill, hold it up in front of your truck and see how much is involved.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 12:33 PM
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That thing got a Hemi in it?
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by VWandDodge
That thing got a Hemi in it?
You watch too many commercials.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 04:25 PM
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I think the 3rd gen grill is not as wide is it? Cut and patch and refinish.....lots of work me thinks!
 
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Old Feb 8, 2013 | 08:34 AM
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Yea, sound like more trouble than it is worth. I've found some reasonably priced after market 2nd Gen's, after searching a little. I think I'll go with an all black replacement. It will match my trucks color scheme better anyway. Thanks for the advice and responses!
 
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