Access to back of grille

[Stinger GT SS]

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You started it....

 

[AV8R]

You started it....

Oh yeh so I did

 

[Stinger GT SS]

Oh yeh so I did

Now resuming regular transmission. Anyone who can easily access the back of the grille & also awaiting @ImportSharkMike for info as well, thanks in advance.

 

[westcoastGT]

I think the black cover over the inside of the rad comes off with 5 or 6 screws ( see how I got us back on course )

 

[SEA Stinger]

I've taken off the bumper and have enough pics to put together a DIY for it. Just haven't had a chance to do the write-up yet.

Hey @ImportSharkMike, please do post a DIY for front bumper removal and replacement!

I am planning to replace the upper front grille on my 2.0 with the much better-looking one from the 3.3. So your DIY will be very helpful!

 

[Stinger GT SS]

I think the black cover over the inside of the rad comes off with 5 or 6 screws ( see how I got us back on course )

Not that easy, according to Kia to get that black cover off (my dealer tried it on mine) you need to remove the front apron/bumper assembly as I stated earlier in this thread, sounds dumb I know but that's what I have been told by Kia.

 

[jdogonroad]

Not that easy, according to Kia to get that black cover off (my dealer tried it on mine) you need to remove the front apron/bumper assembly as I stated earlier in this thread, sounds dumb I know but that's what I have been told by Kia.

That’s what I’m thinking. Tried using the video posted on the website as a guide, but the Optima and Stinger are definitely different. Hate the thought of not putting this on and wasting the money. Going to wait for further guidance from a good source, with pics. Depressing.

 

[westcoastGT]

That’s what I’m thinking. Tried using the video posted on the website as a guide, but the Optima and Stinger are definitely different. Hate the thought of not putting this on and wasting the money. Going to wait for further guidance from a good source, with pics. Depressing.

Crazy glue ~!

 

[AV8R]

Ewwww no way!

 

[DCBStingerGT]

Kia Stinger Front Hood Radiator Grille GT Badge.


Link to ebay.com.au

Front Hood Radiator Grille GT Point Emblem Logo Badge for KIA 2017 2018 Stinger | eBay

 

[DaJackson]

Did they put a watermark over the badge they are trying to sell?

 

[Manchuz]

Kia Stinger Front Hood Radiator Grille GT Badge.

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Link to ebay.com.au

Front Hood Radiator Grille GT Point Emblem Logo Badge for KIA 2017 2018 Stinger | eBay

I've been looking at this as well. Can you not slide the backplate through the grille holes or is it too wide? Maybe come up with some alternative to use as the backplate where you can slide it through the grille holes. Zip ties? Thinner sheet of metal to use as the back plate?

 

[Plainolmoo]

I already l purchased this and thought the install would be simple. Subbing. Waiting for instructions.

 

[westcoastGT]

why noy try 3m double sided auto tape , you know how tough it is to remove emblems

 

[AV8R]

why noy try 3m double sided auto tape , you know how tough it is to remove emblems

Nothing to stick to ie surface area.

 

[westcoastGT]

Nothing to stick to ie surface area.

there has to be a contact point that badge has a fairly large flat surface , I'm redoing my rear GT badge and have a spare so I'm going to see it it could work on the front grill using the 3m tape ..................I'll let you know if it works

 

[AV8R]

there has to be a contact point that badge has a fairly large flat surface , I'm redoing my rear GT badge and have a spare so I'm going to see it it could work on the front grill using the 3m tape ..................I'll let you know if it works

I have got that actual gt badge , it has two posts with threads and a backing plate that goes over the threads then nuts.

 

[westcoastGT]

I have got that actual gt badge , it has two posts with threads and a backing plate that goes over the threads then nuts.

OK , so place it on the grill where you want it and see how much contact there is ........................uhhhhh , right your cars not here yet ............is there someone else that can try

 

[AV8R]

Very funny , I’m rolling on the floor with laughter.... NOT! Ok my cars not here yet I get it

OK , so place it on the grill where you want it and see how much contact ther is ........................uhhhhh , right your cars not here yet ............is there someone else that can try

 

[westcoastGT]

Very funny , I’m rolling on the floor with laughter.... NOT! Ok my cars not here yet I get it

I fixed my spelling mistake , .......................youre in a weird mood today