jtsrenn

Is anywhere aware of any other videos other than at the RGS site for installing the RGS grills for the 992 sport design bumper? While their video is OK it's hilariously vague on showing the trim piece actually being removed - it cuts away before showing the piece being removed. I've watched it a dozen times trying to follow the verbal instructions but I can't get the piece to budge - I know i'm doing something obviously wrong as many people on this forum haven't had any installation issues but a few other have actually broken the tabs on the trim and I'd rather avoid that. Thanks.

GeorgeM3768

I had also been looking for a detailed video. I bought a set of RGS grills a while ago for a C2S that went down on the Felicity Ace. While waiting for the replacement C2S my wife bought a 2022 Macan S and she ordered a set of grills from Zunsport. They were very easy to install and the wire mesh on the Zunsport grills is much thicker and seems like they will hold up better over time. Since I could not find a detailed RGS video and I did not want to risk having to buy replacement trim pieces I bought the Zunsport grills for my C2S with a sport front end. They come as 4 pieces and you don't need to remove the trim piece. The one thing I have concerns about the Zunsport grills is you have to drill a screw into a plastic tab to attach the upper piece and the screws that come with the grills are very soft metal and both stripped out on me, even after drilling a pilot hole. I replaced the screws that came with the Zunsport grills with #4 x 3/4" flat head Phillips wood screws and they worked fine.

I know I wasted money on the RGS grills but it was not worth the risk to me to tear up trim pieces and to be honest, the Zunsport grills look and feel like they will hold up better. You would think if the removal of the trim piece was easy they would have shown it in the RGS video.

Drew46

That was the dealbreaker for me. I bought the RGS ones and am very happy with them. Maybe a 6/10 for installation difficulty. Not complicated but challenging to get them in with big hands.

brainzito

How do you like them? Are the zip-ties used visible?

NWRoads

I too installed the RGS grill covers on my 992 sport grill. It should have come from the factory with covers to prevent radiator damage. I agree the video is a little vague. When spreading the back edge of the trim I slid washers in to hold it open. You will need to be gentle and work it a little at a time going over the piece several times until it will slide out. This would be easier if you had a lift or quick jacks to get the car up a little so you don't have to lay on your side while working, strictly for comfort. I did not raise the car and still got it done fine, although at 69 my shoulder was sore for a couple days. I really like the look and the protection, just use a little patience working on those trim pieces.

jtsrenn

Thanks for the detailed reply. I don't have any issues separating the top piece of the trim from the bottom, but I can't seem to remove it from the bumper - it just won't budge. I tried three days in a row. - the bumper piece the trim slides into actually flexes a bit to the point I'm afraid I'm going to break something if i pull harder.
To RGS' credit they PM'd me and said to give them a call for help. I did, they offered a couple of suggestions but still no go. They don't understand why it's a piece of cake for some people but not others. He mentioned people have had the dealer do it when they run into the same issue but I called three local dealers - none had done it before, one of them (where I've been getting my cars serviced since 2006) said they'd actually have to take off the bumper and it'd be around $750. I figured the dealer didn't understand what I was requesting so I sent him the RGS install video and he pointed out it looks like the bumper IS off around the 1:20 mark. ( ) Another dealer said bring it by and they'd take a look. This is turning out to be WAY more complicated than I thought it was going to be when i ordered the grills.

992gts

My dealer did it in 5 minutes. No idea how they did it but my Sales guy had them install prior to picking up car and let me know it took him 5 mins. Maybe your clip has an issue, is it both sides?

mattchow

just pull the damn thing.

RGS

Hello @jtsrenn the part at 1:20 is just a part of the bumper we have to demonstrate how to thread the spacer. All installs are with the bumper fully installed. You may have to take it to a dealer and point at the part that needs to be removed. Then they might understand better. We are here to support and would be happy to chat with the dealer if you would like.

NWRoads

There are also tabs on the "inside end" of the trim pieces, so once you spread the trim top and bottom you will need to slide it towards the fender while pulling forward.
Hope that helps a little.

jtsrenn

Thanks! Not sure I've tried that. I'll give it a shot tonight. Maybe 4th time is the charm..

mattchow

does this not tell you everything you need to know about the trim piece?

jtsrenn

If you're implying I'm an idiot you're probably correct.

jtsrenn

Still no joy, i can get it out about 1/4 of an inch out of the slot but it won't give any more. Did you pull the top and bottom piece out (as shown in the video) or just the top piece?

RGS

Did you try the needle to try and depress the clip and then pull?

Found this photo on the initial thread, maybe this will highlight some of the options. Possible attempt to access the small middle slot to depress the clip detent. Also remember to pull perpendicular to the angle of the bumper cover. Of course this photo does not have the final alignment of the grille edge.