[Krash7172]

I sanded the chrome off my grills last year. Worked fine. I used steel wool for a smooth finish. Gloss black is best IMO. Painted grills will chip.

Here's the theme I am getting from this thread - buy a set of grills you like. The bezels and slats / louvres are removable so you can make a combination of chrome and gloss or whatever.

[Needsdecaf]

Originally Posted by j3o3t3

where did you get them?

http://www.schmiedmann.com/

Parts numbers listed on realoem.com. I found it easier to search the schmeidmann site with the part number rather than going through their categories.

[Needsdecaf]

Originally Posted by yxc145

If you know what you are doing, why not?

Exactly.

Some people have the tools and talent. I have seen work look as good as OEM or a body shop and last just as well. Plus you have the added benefit of going custom....