I want to take my front stock grill and paint black to match my truck. The grey really ruins the effect I have going of having a fully black truck. I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to remove it and what type of paint should i use to make it look glossy.

 

I feel your pain. I was wanting to do the same thing. Mine is white though. I also want to paint my front bumper.
I know how to take the grill off though.You have to take off the turn signals (they are held on by 1 screw each under the hood and just pull right out)and remove the black plastic piece under the hood that covers the fan. As for paint I have no idea.

P.S. Do not use spray paint it will chip right off.
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2000 F-150
Reg. cab
Short bed
White
4.2L
4x2

Mods:
16x8 american racing wheels
Bug guard
Pioneer cd deck
4 pioneer 6x8
Vent shade window visors

What I want:
Dual exaust
K&N air filter
tonneau cover
SVT bumper cover
Performance chip
Chrome fender trim

[This message has been edited by pa_wolf62 (edited 05-30-2001).]

 

BALONEY!!!!
This is a relativly easy mod/upgrade to do
Search this site for "grill replacement" or "stock grille replacement" or "painting grill" and I am sure you will find mine and others step by step instructions to do this. I painted mine (myself) and have gotten compliments from many - including two dealers and one independant body shop. I wish I had a digital camera to show you -- or better yet come to Missouri and I'll show you in person -- and have a cold beer while we are looking.
Trust me --it ain't hard -- just take your time and don't force anything !!

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99 F-150 XLT 4X4, SC, SB, AT, 5.4, Single CD
3.55LS, Tow pkg, Rhino Liner, Sportsman topper,
Westin black double step bars, Custom gold pinstripe, Bright Red/Gold,
Honeycomb grille painted to match truck, Gold front valance and rear bumper covers (both from Eddie Bauer
Expys)