TFM's 854R

[mitchyboy01]

I vote black grill. I usually like the standard grills but as you say, the black does compliment the splitter very well.

[T5frankie]

Well cracked out the Makita, spanners, screw driver and Torx bits today.

Jobs completed...
-Replace failed bulbs in the Dash (yes dash off job unfotunately!)
-Refurbish front grill and fit Chrome Volvo Slash
-Fit TC Splitter.
-Removed Chav Indicators and replaced with standard units.

Also have a set of fully refurbed Volans in anthracite now fitted

All in all happy with the days work. Still have the 302's to fit and the car needs a bloody good polish before the Ace Cafe meet.

I havnt decided on the Grill yet, I think the black compliments the splitter very well. I also have a mint condition standard grill so can revert back at any time.

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think thats what i want my grill to look like, looks good mate

[AndysR]

Well cracked out the Makita, spanners, screw driver and Torx bits today.

Jobs completed...
-Replace failed bulbs in the Dash (yes dash off job unfotunately!)
-Refurbish front grill and fit Chrome Volvo Slash
-Fit TC Splitter.
-Removed Chav Indicators and replaced with standard units.

Also have a set of fully refurbed Volans in anthracite now fitted

All in all happy with the days work. Still have the 302's to fit and the car needs a bloody good polish before the Ace Cafe meet.

I havnt decided on the Grill yet, I think the black compliments the splitter very well. I also have a mint condition standard grill so can revert back at any time.

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To this:

Jobs well done, car's looking lush for it too! I actually think the black grille suits the red paintwork. Perhaps even give the lower grilles a lick of black paint so it all blends? Standard indicator set up is a must with the standard lamps they look loads better! Look forward to seeing it again at the Ace meet on Sunday. Well done Emlyn

[The Flying Moose]

I vote black grill. I usually like the standard grills but as you say, the black does compliment the splitter very well.

I was thinking on the same lines mate, far prefer the standard grill in most cases but the chrome grill looked out of place when I fitted the splitter.

think thats what i want my grill to look like, looks good mate

Cheers Frankie, doddle really take the badge of can of spray and away you go

Jobs well done, car's looking lush for it too! I actually think the black grille suits the red paintwork. Perhaps even give the lower grilles a lick of black paint so it all blends? Standard indicator set up is a must with the standard lamps they look loads better! Look forward to seeing it again at the Ace meet on Sunday. Well done Emlyn

Yeah I think it suits the red too mate, it didnt look right originally though I dont think with the Volvo badge abscent.

I really like the idea of giving the lower grills a lick of paint, I think ill be doing that.

The standard indicators look a little tired compared to the almost brand new headlamp units so I need to do something with them.

[AndysR]

Yeah I think it suits the red too mate, it didnt look right originally though I dont think with the Volvo badge abscent.

Oh yeah an all black grille requires the chrome slash to break it up. Plus with the grille badge/slash present it looks factory along the lines of a 740 or later 240 grille so doesn't stand out like a grille without the badge would.

I really like the idea of giving the lower grills a lick of paint, I think ill be doing that.

I would, been thinking about doing it on mine.... The ONLY thing stopping me is that due to their locations they'll be crying out for stones to chip them.

The standard indicators look a little tired compared to the almost brand new headlamp units so I need to do something with them.

I know what you mean, I fitted new indicators for the very same reason...

[The Flying Moose]

Oh yeah an all black grille requires the chrome slash to break it up. Plus with the grille badge/slash present it looks factory along the lines of a 740 or later 240 grille so doesn't stand out like a grille without the badge would.



I would, been thinking about doing it on mine.... The ONLY thing stopping me is that due to their locations they'll be crying out for stones to chip them.



I know what you mean, I fitted new indicators for the very same reason...

You hit the nail on the head with what I wanted to achieve, I hate point blank aftermarket grill's so was aiming for one that was improved over the original unit but still looked like it was "meant to be".

Im not overly concerned about stone chips, a good few coats of decent laquer should prevent that.

I really hope that I wont end up having to buy new indicators as I cant see them being cheap from Volvo. Luckily I have two or three pairs so can experiment with various chemicals to try an achieve the best possible finish.

[AndysR]

You hit the nail on the head with what I wanted to achieve, I hate point blank aftermarket grill's so was aiming for one that was improved over the original unit but still looked like it was "meant to be".

Indeed, and if your good original grille is really good you might be able to sell it

Im not overly concerned about stone chips, a good few coats of decent laquer should prevent that.

Prevent, I'd say reduce as it's going to happen.. lol

I really hope that I wont end up having to buy new indicators as I cant see them being cheap from Volvo. Luckily I have two or three pairs so can experiment with various chemicals to try an achieve the best possible finish.

Around £39.00 a piece when I bought mine, if you've got a collection all well and good. I am sure I've also got my originals somewhere that your welcome to, provided I can find them, if you can't make a good set up out of the ones you have although from memory I think the n/s one has a small section of the outer lip missing but is hardly noticeable once fitted.

[Jim S70R]

That looks wicked Emlyn, the black grill really suits your car and the wheels look the nuts!!

[The Flying Moose]

That looks wicked Emlyn, the black grill really suits your car and the wheels look the nuts!!

Cheers James, the whole car and wheels are actually filthy in those pictures. Ill get some decent pictures of the wheels after a good clean and polish.

Andy, hopfully ill have enough to go with but if needs be then ill take you up on your very kind offer.

[LiamT4]

I think the black grille goes well on red cars.

[Jim S70R]

A nice mod for your car would be a carbon back panel and having the tip of the boot spoiler painted in gloss black, now that would compliment the black grill and splitter.....all in good time mind you ; )

[The Flying Moose]

A nice mod for your car would be a carbon back panel and having the tip of the boot spoiler painted in gloss black, now that would compliment the black grill and splitter.....all in good time mind you ; )

I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know

[WOODY T5]

looking very nice that now mate p.s i know someone who as one?

[Jim S70R]

I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know

Rocking horse what.....

Will do, if not the 3m carbon wrap could be an option for you.

[Jamest5r]

Looking good Em but we expect nothing less from you

Black grill for me.

Ive got about 5/6 of those clear indicators if you need them some/most have broken clips lol but good for experimenting.

[AndysR]

I would love a carbon back panel, they are I believe very rare though... if you see one let me know

Tell me about it! I want one for mine. As the rear of the saloon is quite flat I think we could get away with getting a sheet of the stuff. I'm in the process of looking out for some reasonably cheap sheet and having someone cut it out from a template... as I don't think cutting carbon fibre neatly is something you can achieve with a junior hacksaw... lol

[The Flying Moose]

looking very nice that now mate p.s i know someone who as one?

Oh really? I wonder who that might be?

Rocking horse what.....

Will do, if not the 3m carbon wrap could be an option for you.

Its an option but why settle for any less than genuine carbon firbe, I think it would have to be sheeted carbon fibre cut to fit.

Looking good Em but we expect nothing less from you

Black grill for me.

Ive got about 5/6 of those clear indicators if you need them some/most have broken clips lol but good for experimenting.

Cheers James, too kind! Im no expert just have no woman to spend money on at the moment so ploughing it into the car.

Tell me about it! I want one for mine. As the rear of the saloon is quite flat I think we could get away with getting a sheet of the stuff. I'm in the process of looking out for some reasonably cheap sheet and having someone cut it out from a template... as I don't think cutting carbon fibre neatly is something you can achieve with a junior hacksaw... lol

I know someone with a laser cutter

I think you might be onto something there Andy, watch this space.

[leet5r]

looks good m8 , them volans are spotless , good work , needs droppin a bit tho

[The Flying Moose]

looks good m8 , them volans are spotless , good work , needs droppin a bit tho

Cheers mate, funny you should mension lowering...

http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=39060

[AndysR]

Oh really? I wonder who that might be?



Its an option but why settle for any less than genuine carbon firbe, I think it would have to be sheeted carbon fibre cut to fit.



Cheers James, too kind! Im no expert just have no woman to spend money on at the moment so ploughing it into the car.



I know someone with a laser cutter

I think you might be onto something there Andy, watch this space.

Excellent, to add.. can you make sure the space to be watched is filled with 2 please