Metalcrafters
Mesh Grille
When we first saw the JK, we loved the classic seven-slot grille. However, the more we looked at it the more we realized the grille slots were much wider than any other Jeep. Then we started thinking about trail hazards and flying road debris. Hmm... what can we do to protect the Jeep's A/C condenser and radiator?
We ran across the mesh grille inserts from Metalcrafters and found our protection solution. Not only are the grille inserts great protection for the parts behind the grille, we think they look awesome. How long did it take us to install this grille screen you ask? Under 30 minutes.
Simply pop the plastic retainers at the top of the factory grille, then unsnap the four lower tabs at the bottom of the grille from the radiator-core support. The lower tabs simply pull straight forward to unfasten. Disconnect the turn-signal wiring by turning the rear of the housing counterclockwise - the light assembly and bulb will come out as one unit.
Four holes must be drilled at the factory grille's lower tabs. This is where the lower retainer clips for the grille screen will be installed. Once this is done, the new clips can be pushed in place and the grille screen screwed in place. The factory grille can now be snapped back in place.
The mesh grilles are constructed from polished stainless steel and are available either chrome-plated or powdercoated black. The grilles come with all the necessary hardware for installation and easy-to-follow directions.
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The high-quality stainless steel mesh grille comes with installation hardware. | 
Four holes must be drilled in the factory grille in order to attach the mesh screen. |
The A/C condenser and radiator in our JK are finally protected with Metalcrafters mesh grille screen. | | |
For more information, contact: Metalcrafters, (714) 481-0793, www.metalcrafters.com.