Nice thoughts everyone. I called Jimmie at Carter and asked about his grills. Different Manufacturer than the CounterBrand @ Truck shop in CA. Decided to give it a try. Only they are backordered at the moment. I had my grill all disassembled and in very good condition. I think I may paint it as planned, reassemble, and see what I think.

Thanks, and Happy New Year

~ Richard
1952 GMC Army Ambulance
"Building the Dream"
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First vehicle-1967 Chevy short bed pickup. Sold when got married frown | 1953 Chevy pickup restored-sold to purchase Toy Hauler trailer | 1964 GMC long bed Pickup 305 big block V/6 bought to restore with son and his 14 yr old son