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Old 03-09-2013, 07:25 PM
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Default Trying to install new grill but can't get bolts off
Hey everyone,

I'm trying to take my OEM grill off and replace it with a new one but I can't get 3 of the 6 bolts off behind the shell. When I try to take them off they just spin. Has anyone ever had this problem, and know how to get it off? Thanks!
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I had it with one of the far corner ones, I went to the dealership and they just snuck me a new grille surround once they found out it was basically stuck and the only way to get it off was cut it..
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Damn. I really don't want to cut it if I don't have too. I appreciate the input though.
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well they didnt cut the surround they had to cut the bolt off lol..
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I had to cut the bolts off mine also.
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