My color-matched Lariat grille (Lightning Blue)

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I had originally wanted the Saber color, but didn't like the Magnetic grill surround. I tried a couple of Photoshop renderings with the surround in Saber, but ultimately decided to go with a non-Sport truck. Looks nice!
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Looks really good. Rinn69, Go Hawks! I try to make it back for a home game at least once a year. Last year I made the Maryland game.
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I'm not a fan of chrome, so I bought a painted Lariat grille from @ac_perks and repainted it. Disassembled it, scuffed the factory paint with a maroon 3M pad, shot it with primer sealer, got some color matched paint in a rattle can from R&E Paint Supply as well as their 2K clear coat that contains a hardener you activate when you're ready. Set up a paint "booth" in my basement (with ventilation and dust collection) using a plastic drop cloth....yes, I'm single :) Worked like a charm. Going to get more pics tomorrow after I install it.....need to watch @j0shm1lls removal/install video again.

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OK, I couldn't wait. I'll get better pics tomorrow if the weather cooperates.....

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Yep, getting ready to paint stuff. Got my base coat too.

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did the center bar come apart for painting \?
 

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Looks phenomenal, but I second the idea that the "RANGER" needs black vinyl!
 


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Looks great Mike. Congrats :like:
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