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Old 03-17-2023, 08:46 AM
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Default Broken grill tabs

Self explanatory, any good remedies? The grill stays on, just not very secure.

learned my lesson not to take the grill off in 20degree temps
 
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Old 03-17-2023, 03:32 PM
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You can prolly find a replacement grill at Roverland Parts.
 
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I think I am down to one left..... tab that is. I was thinking of getting some thin metal banding - like on the back of a garage door opener remote (sorry, only thing I could think of). Then rivet or plastic weld them on. I also though of velcro, but it can be a pain.... I just don't want to spend $$ for a new grille.
 
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Old 03-18-2023, 07:55 AM
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Agreed, don’t want to spend money on a new grill. Velcro is a pretty good idea.
 
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Old 03-18-2023, 08:09 AM
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cable ties work just fine
 
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I did this for the top. Couldn’t think of any good ideas for the lower tabs, but just the uppers holds the grill just fine.



 
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I feel like neoprene would work well, get compression for a tight fit and it'll grip. Cut squares of it and glue it to the bit remaining on the grill or put it in the hole.

You can get a roll of neoprene strip cheap on Amazon for like $5
 
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Old 03-18-2023, 11:00 AM
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If I’m looking at your photo correctly, did you drill holes and use the omnipresent Land Rover plastic fasteners?
 
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Old 03-18-2023, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by lenzda
If I’m looking at your photo correctly, did you drill holes and use the omnipresent Land Rover plastic fasteners?
Exactly. I keep a bag of these around. QMET 10 mm 40 pcs/pack Push-Type...
Amazon Amazon
 
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Old 03-18-2023, 02:39 PM
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Sorry that link is bad. These are like what I use on a lot of cars. Rexka 25pcs Grille Push Pin Retainer Clips Fasteners Rivet 6503598 Compatible with 2007-2020 Jeep Wrangler & 05-10 Grand Cherokee WK https://a.co/d/1hKoh8W

If you go this route, check behind where you’re going to drill. There are braces to one side you’ll want to steer clear of.
 


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