TREX Upper Class Series User manual

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05-07 FORD 05-07 FORD
SUPER DUTY
SUPER DUTY
2005-2007 FORD SUPER DUTY & EXCURSION
UPPER CLASS SERIES MESH GRILLE
TOOLS REQUIRED: PARTS LIST:
Phillips / Slotted Screwdrivers 1 Mesh Grille (Center) 1 1” x ¼” Fender Washer
10mm, 5/16” Sockets 2 Mesh Inserts (Side) 4 135’ Flange Brackets
Vise Grip Pliers 12 6-32 Nylon Lock Nuts 4 1.5” J Hooks
Die Grinder or Jig-Saw 12 #10 Flat Washers
File / Sanding Disc
Read and understand instructions before attempting installation
Step 1
Remove the screws on top of the grille. Now depress the clips on the bottom and remove the grille from the
vehicle. Access the lower clips by gently pulling the grille forward; then use a large slotted screwdriver to depress
the clips. Remove the grille from the vehicle. Apply masking tape to the face of the grille.
Step 2
Remove the factory mesh insert behind the chrome shell (1); use a slotted screwdriver to depress molded clips
securing the insert. Do not damage the plastic mounting tabs along the bottom. Remove the single 10mm nut
securing the Ford logo in place. Depress the two molded clips retaining the logo; remove the logo. Use a jig-saw or
die grinder to cut the center crossbars from chrome grille (2). Make your cut approximately 1/8”-1/4” inside each
end of the center opening.
Step 3
Test fit the center grille; trim an additional ¼” off the plastic edge near the mounting studs (3). The outer frame
overlaps the edge to hide your cuts (do not cut beyond the mesh grille frame).
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Step 4
Trim four mounting tabs on each end of the grille (4); do not cut into the face of the grille.
Step 5
The lower section on the factory mesh insert is re-used. This portion contains the metal clips to secure the grille to
core support. Use a jig-saw or die grinder to cut these sections from the insert (5 & 6); Make your cuts at the base
of the honeycomb (where it meets the solid plastic portion). Re-install.
Step 6
Position the center mesh grille in front of the grille opening. Install the 135’ flange brackets along the top (7);
install the J hook brackets along the bottom (8). Use the washers and nuts to secure each stud.
Step 7
The side inserts attach to the mounting studs on each end of the grille (9). Test fit the inserts; if necessary, bend
the brackets for optimum fit. Use the nuts and washers to secure the inserts.
Step 8
Optional; the Ford logo and mounting plate can be removed if desired. For installation, trim the thin area on the
two mounting tabs; leave 1/16” (10) material to center the logo onto the plate. Loosen the mounting plate
hardware; center the logo upright. From back, install provided fender washer, then OE retaining nut. Re-tighten
mounting plate hardware. Re-install the grille assembly onto the vehicle.
Thank you for purchasing a T-Rex
Billet Grille.
4/20/07
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