Does Westin HDX Grille Guard for 2009 Ford F-150 Part # 57-2505 Require Cutting for Installation
Updated 06/05/2013 | Published 05/31/2013
Question:
do you need to drill or cut any of the plastic part to instal the black powder coated brush guards
asked by: Sam K
Expert Reply:
The Westin HDX Grille Guard for the 2009 Ford F-150, part # 57-2505, is a bolt-on product but it is also necessary to trim some of the plastic air dam. I have forwarded the installation instructions in a separate email. Tools required for installation include an 18mm socket and ratchet, and a torque wrench.
The installation process requires removal of the air dam (and factory tow hooks, and trimming of the tow hook pocket, if present). The tow hooks can be re-installed over the lower mounting bracket. Before re-installing the air dam it must be trimmed on both sides. Please refer to the color photo in the instructions (figure 10) to see where the trimming is required. All mounting hardware is included.
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Westin HDX Grille Guard with Punch Plate - Black Powder Coated Steel
- Grille Guards
- Full Grille Guard
- Steel
- Not Winch Compatible
- 2 Inch Tubing
- Bolt-On
- With Punch Plate
- Black
- Westin
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