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mad murph



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2007 Freelander 2 TD4 SE Manual Sumatra Black
Front Grille

Has anyone changed there standard front grill to the HST one without the full bodykit? If so would someone be able to post up a picture so that i could see what it looks like. I am considering this mod but am unsure as to what it will look like without the rest of the bodykit.
I'm also not overly keen on the old one having to be hacksawed out Shocked
Thanks

Post #25971 21st Aug 2008 3:28 pm
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Bartosz



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Poland 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S Auto Sumatra Black

I put the earliest photo tomorrow Sad _________________________
2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S auto Sumatra black, 18" 12 spoke HSE alloys, 6 CD Changer, wood effect fascia kit , spoiler , sport grille ,tungsten handles , bluetooth kit, clear side repeaters,front and rear lamp guards, bumper styling cover, roof rails - SOLD ! Sad

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phil_wkl



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hacksaw is the only way...its in the land rover instructions! Phil

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Bartosz



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J T



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Does anyone know how much just the front grill costs?

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npinks



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The Large One (on Disco3) might be able to help on the price Thumbs Up Former Mod/Member, with the most post & Chicken George Arch nemesis

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Bartosz



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Poland 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S Auto Sumatra Black

J T wrote:
Does anyone know how much just the front grill costs?


in Poland 650 PLN it is £155 _________________________
2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S auto Sumatra black, 18" 12 spoke HSE alloys, 6 CD Changer, wood effect fascia kit , spoiler , sport grille ,tungsten handles , bluetooth kit, clear side repeaters,front and rear lamp guards, bumper styling cover, roof rails - SOLD ! Sad

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mad murph



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J T wrote:
Does anyone know how much just the front grill costs?


I think the grille on it's own is about £85 from LR

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mad murph



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Bartosz

Thanks for posting the pictures. Looks nice

Post #26013 22nd Aug 2008 1:16 pm
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Dougden



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England 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 XS Manual Santorini Black

Those pictures look cracking.
So having hack-sawed the old one out, how does the new HST one fit and has anyone actually had experience of doing it themselves?
I am also wondering if the new grill would accept a coat or two of black paint. FL2 TD4 XS Santorini

Post #26030 22nd Aug 2008 8:42 pm
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PA51 ELY



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United Kingdom 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 HST Manual Stornoway Grey

I have the full Sports Body kit fitted so have not experienced the "hack saw" attack myself, however if you go to the Land Rover owners info site http://www.ownerinfo.landrover.com/extfree2viewlrprod/index.jsp you can access the accessories section and find the "Body Kit" instructions (page 3) This will show you (in pictures) how to fit the Grill. I think the famous 3M tape makes an appearance!

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Dougden



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England 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 XS Manual Santorini Black

Many thanks PA51. The instructions make it look straight-forward enough. Think I will order a grill give it a go.

What's the worst that can happen Rolling Eyes (Enter wife - WHAT THE Censored RU doing???)

I will post pictures when I'm done so others can gauge how I've got on. FL2 TD4 XS Santorini

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chicken george



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All hail the original 'best grill' Bow down Bow down ,

but everyone please feel free to 'upgrade' to the sports grill, as you all make my car look better Rolling with laughter At work
At home

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Post #26058 23rd Aug 2008 10:57 pm
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Bartosz



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Poland 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S Auto Sumatra Black

mad murph wrote:
Bartosz

Thanks for posting the pictures. Looks nice


yes , i know Mr. Green

like any Freelander 2

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2007 Freelander 2 TD4 S auto Sumatra black, 18" 12 spoke HSE alloys, 6 CD Changer, wood effect fascia kit , spoiler , sport grille ,tungsten handles , bluetooth kit, clear side repeaters,front and rear lamp guards, bumper styling cover, roof rails - SOLD ! Sad

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chris8of9



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Isle Of Man 2007 Freelander 2 TD4 SE Manual Narvik Black

After reading this forum I have decided to fit the sports styling kit.

Whilst I wait for the rest of the kit to be painted I decided to fit the grill myself this weekend.

Stormer Grill & Surround - Part Number - VPLFB0032
(parts in package, grill, instructions (pictures only), cleaning swab in sealed packet, adhesive promoter swab in sealed packet)

Cost from dealer £72.11 plus VAT

How to:

Cut out old grill using hacksaw (careful not to damage the plastic behind). I used a coping saw to make it easier.

Remove plastic bits left on bumper and grill after cutting (they get everywhere, I used a damp cloth)

Click image to enlarge

The new grill bonds to the light coloured front lip of the grill edge that remains. Clean this with the supplied cleaner cloth and leave to dry for a few minutes.

Wipe the area that the new grill will bond to with the adhesive promoter cloth provided.

Place the new grill in position and whilst keeping it pressed in place remove the red backing tape to the adhesive foam tape.

Apply pressure to the grill and it’s done.

Total time from start to finish 30 minutes.

On a DIY difficulty rating of 1 (easy) to 10 (very hard) I would rate this as a 2.


Have fun

Chris

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