Custom Grill

[TadS]

I realize that there have been several post about the making of custom grills, but mine is of a slightly different ilk. I would like to devise a black mesh grill similar to that of an Altezza. This would be shaped into the stock grill, similar to what Tito has done but with the center bar removed. I feel that gutter guard type mesh, although good for overlays, will not be strong enough for this project. Basically this mesh must be formable, yet sturdy, able to hold a good coat of paint, and hopefully mimic the cut out pattern found on the Altezza. If anyone can point me is the right direction that would be super cool! I have about 2 weeks to gather parts, so speed of acquisition isn’t that important.
Thanks!

For reference I would like too do something like this:

[Peter]

if u check the custom grill thread, danny has made a grill just like that. and he used a reinforcing spray to make it stronger also. it sounds like he has exactly what you're looking for. go read through the thread again, or talk to danny.

[TadS]

Ok, Ill look at it again. I thought he used some fiber glass or something . His grill does look really good, as does yours. I want the all black look, but I don't want to totally rip you guys off .

<B>EDIT:</b> Never Mind that that. I am stupid. Looks like he did exactly what I am looking too do. I think I was looking at a different grill. Thanks for pointing that out to me .

[Peter]

no problem, btw, dont worry about copying what other people do, thats what this forum is about, sharing information, use it to your advantage, as long as it doesnt hurt others

[visitor]

ive been followin the grill talk for quite a while . . im very interested in tryin sumthin out on my solara . . . i really like that all black solara with the mesh grill . . thats exactly what im goin for . . . with any help, recomendations please email me or write um in on m guest book http://www.cardomain.com/member_pages/view_page.pl?page_id=277871&make_type_query=make%3DToyota&model_brand_query=model%3DSolara&tree=Toyota%20Solara

[TITO]

check this out.
http://www.cardomain.com/member_pages/v ... a%20Solara

[TadS]

Hey TITO, and or Danny. What kind of wire mesh did you guys use? Is there a brand name or anything? Do you have links to places I can buy it?

Thanks guys.

[Danny]

hmm, no real brand name or anything just what ever looks cool to you, also i can make a replica of my grill for 120 if your intrested 100 labor and 20 paint. Just remember if you screw up your grill they are 100 dollars new from toyota. I dont know if youve seen the pics of mine here is the link.

http://members.cardomain.com/krystalblue

[xXsolaraXx]

would u be willing to do a group buy ? L8r moe

[Yanks0114]

Yea Danny i am definately intereasted. I'm gunna try and catch you when you're online

[TadS]

hmm, no real brand name or anything just what ever looks cool to you, also i can make a replica of my grill for 120 if your intrested 100 labor and 20 paint. Just remember if you screw up your grill they are 100 dollars new from toyota. I dont know if youve seen the pics of mine here is the link.

http://members.cardomain.com/krystalblue

Your grill looks super cool, and your price is very reasonable! However, the main reason I am looking at this is not even just the look, it is more the time invested in it. I am looking forward to spending spring break working on this project . Seems I have so little time for fun these days and this will be some of it .

[TITO]

Hey Tads, It's not really that difficult, just be patient and pay attention to detail and it should come out real good.