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Old 07-28-2016, 09:40 AM
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Default OMG the CRAP that was in my front bumper/grill area!

I pulled out SO MUCH CRAP I was amazed how the heck it didnt puncture the radiators, seriously.

Rocks, metal objects, leaves etc.. (Be careful when you get your hand in there, I cut my finger on a piece of road debris)

Anyway is there any mesh product I can put in there to stop the crap from building up without REMOVING the bumper?

Someone must make pre cut mesh. I see it being a little tricky with the opening
Old 07-28-2016, 09:45 AM
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Try this. I made some for my 997.2, and covered just the side intakes. The center is still open. They seem to keep out debris, especially anything solid that could score a direct hit. I fully understand that the zip ties are visible if a concours judge lies on the ground to see them, but they've worked well for 18 months.
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Looks Like a new project for me.......
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Looks Like a new project for me.......
Yes this is a MUST have. I cant believe they dont have these install from the factory..
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Tonight's project!
Old 07-28-2016, 11:26 AM
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Yeah I saw a ebay guy selling them pre cut for like 20 bucks.. Im game. I have no time to map and template one of these.

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any wider photographs were we can see the entire front end with the grills? this looks like a great solution.

looks fantastic btw

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Porsche 911 Carrera (997) diy mesh grill (no bumper removal and total cost is only $9.00) Part I - YouTube

Try this. I made some for my 997.2, and covered just the side intakes. The center is still open. They seem to keep out debris, especially anything solid that could score a direct hit. I fully understand that the zip ties are visible if a concours judge lies on the ground to see them, but they've worked well for 18 months.

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I have a PDF of the grill template if anyone needs it. PM me with your email address and I'll send it to you

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how do you get into that back area near the radiator? I tried shooting a pressure washer into it, is there a more effective way?
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Shop Vac?
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Originally Posted by voiceprint1
how do you get into that back area near the radiator? I tried shooting a pressure washer into it, is there a more effective way?
The DIY car washes near me have really long heads on the vacuums that easily reach back there.
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https://www.zunsport.com/en/porsche-...ont-grille-set very easy install on the zunsport setup.
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Originally Posted by Wasserkühlung
https://www.zunsport.com/en/porsche-...ont-grille-set very easy install on the zunsport setup.
+1 on Zunsport.
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Do the factory side grills come off without needing to remove the bumper? My body shop guy figured the bumper needed to come off to remove them.


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