Custom Grill Thoughts

FrgMstr · #1 12-09-2003, 04:45 PM

I just took delivery of my new grill painted to match my H2. I wanted to share my thoughts on this in case any of you were looking to do the same.

I ordered from Hummer Parts online. The grill arrived at my door in 9 days and in great shape. They did an excellent job of packing the beast and used Airborne Express for my "ground shipping" option and it was "free". The grill was priced at US$370 which might have been a bit much, but I think I can sell the orginal to someone that has cracked theirs wheeling.

Anyway, two thumbs up on service and making sure it got to me in one peice. Here are some pics.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

Detonate · #3 12-09-2003, 04:56 PM

Nice! I just emailed the guy today to order mine. He hasn't called me back yet.

I'm hoping he will honor that price Surf mentioned in the other thread.

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2003 Red H2 equipped with Tough Country Heavy Duty Armor Series Front End with Winch, Rear Bumper, Brush Guard, and Roof Rack.

FrgMstr · #4 12-09-2003, 05:05 PM

Damn, did I get screwed on the price? Or miss out on a special deal?

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

Detonate · #5 12-09-2003, 05:12 PM

Kinda, but not really.

http://www.elcova.com/groupee/forums?a=tpc&s=2826088551&f=5106011751&m=611602389 4&r=7836082705#7836082705

You wouldn't have got the price while ordering a black one.

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2003 Red H2 equipped with Tough Country Heavy Duty Armor Series Front End with Winch, Rear Bumper, Brush Guard, and Roof Rack.

FrgMstr · #6 12-09-2003, 05:24 PM

Roger that. I will ask anyway. You never know unless you try. Thanks for the linkage.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

HappyJack · #7 12-09-2003, 06:05 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by FrgMstr:
. . . Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Looks to me like your catching up. . .

Cheers

Klaus · #8 12-09-2003, 08:27 PM

From www.gmpartsdirect.com

GM PART # 12499002
CATEGORY: Radiator Grille
PACK QTY: 1 CORE CHARGE: $0.00
GM LIST: $383.00
OUR PRICE: $268.10
DESCRIPTION: GRILLE PK

Klaus

"God made some men big and some men small, but Sam Colt made them all equal."

Klaus · #9 12-09-2003, 08:48 PM

I found the part numbers for the grills at:

http://www.hummerofsiouxfalls.com/accessory.asp

Match your H2's body color or use the black grille on any body color with this insert. Price includes parts and labor. Pewter-shown, Black-12499002, Yellow-1249903, Sage Green-1249904, White-1249905, Sunset Orange-12499006, Dark Red Metallic-12499007

Klaus

"God made some men big and some men small, but Sam Colt made them all equal."

#10 12-09-2003, 08:55 PM

Great find Klaus!

So $268 for the grill and shipping should be about $25 to $35 because of the size of the box, not the weight. No need to pay over that for a painted grill! I think $370 was a bit too much. BIG-C

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H2Stealth · #11 12-09-2003, 10:10 PM

??? So this is just a FACTORY GRILL (plastic) that has been painted??? If in fact it does only cost that much to ship, contact Manny at CTL MOTORSPORTS and he will paint your factory chrome grill instead. And for a lot less.

Of course you will have to be without your grill for a few days but I am talking about a HUGE SAVINGS!!!

03 Black with Nology Ignition products, K.I.T. carbon-fiber fender trim / hood scoop with handles / hood side tower caps / rear louvers / engine cover, 14 inch BulletProof Suspension powdercoated black installed by CTL MOTORSPORTS, Fox Racing Shox, 44inch Truxus STS with 17x14 Weld Racing Wheels, Snyper brakes, Custom black bi-xenon projector headlights, Kodiak fold down steps, black grill, Pro-Fit custom black LVE fuel door, Benevento carbon-fiber dash kit, Husky Liners floor mats, MOMO shift knob / pedals, HITCHCAM rear camera, Royal Purple fluids, Cleargearz clear differential cover, Airaid intake / filter, Borla exhaust / headers, Optima Battery.

FrgMstr · #12 12-10-2003, 01:27 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Klaus:
From http://www.gmpartsdirect.com

GM PART # 12499002
CATEGORY: Radiator Grille
PACK QTY: 1 CORE CHARGE: $0.00
GM LIST: $383.00
OUR PRICE: $268.10
DESCRIPTION: GRILLE PK

Klaus

"God made some men big and some men small, but Sam Colt made them all equal."<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Yeah, I looked for better deals but did not find them, oh well. Now we all know, which is a great thing. I could send it back and spend the 60 bucks I would be saving in shipping.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

FrgMstr · #13 12-10-2003, 01:30 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by H2Stealth:
If in fact it does only cost that much to ship, contact Manny at http://www.ctlmotorsports.com/contact.htm and he will paint your factory chrome grill instead. And for a lot less.

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I was told there was an issue with painting over the chromed plastic and to have a good paint job the chrome has to be removed, so it may not be all that simple. That is the reason I went ahead and bought the factory painted version. Also, I doubt I will have problems finding a buyer for the original, so I have that money coming back to my pocket as well.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

FrgMstr · #14 12-10-2003, 01:31 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by HappyJack:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by FrgMstr:
. . . Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Looks to me like your catching up. . .

Cheers<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Does it still count if I removed something and then replaced it????!?!?!?!?

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

HappyJack · #15 12-10-2003, 03:21 AM

Yes.

Cheers

MAC · #16 12-10-2003, 04:14 AM

I ordered a black grill from Hummer parts for $368. No discount for black. 9 days shipping time as mentioned above is too long. Nowadays online shopping delivery should be 5 days or less. Office supply orders are always delivered next day.

I just checked gmpartsdirect by Klaus's parts No.12499002. It does not say what color in the description, I went as far as I could in checkout without checking out, still no color. Certainly don't want to get another chrome grill in my garage. Shipping is $35, total $303. Nice $60 saving but not worth it for me to cancel Hummer parts order and take a chance in getting wrong color.

I was told it is also for sale on eBay for less, but I ordered from Hummer Parts since they have taken good care of you guys. Sometimes, you need to let people who do a good job to make some money. If we only shop by price, then there is no survival for the businesses who go out their way to provide best service, no reason to take the extra step.

Wonder how much I can get to sell the old one on eBay? what's the going price for a perfect 1 year old chrome grill?

FrgMstr · #17 12-10-2003, 04:55 AM

Agreed on letting folks make money, not a problem with that, but if they are offering, I am taking.

I did think 9 days was a bit long but the shipping was "free" and it was "ground". I sent an email yesterday as to the status as they never informed me that it shipped and the grill showed this morning.

Interestingly enough, I could find no original H2 grills for sale on Ebay and the painted ones had bidding starting at $320. I have mine listed here in the classifieds and if I get no bites by next week, I will list mine on Ebay. I guess we will see if there are anyone that wants them or not.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

Klaus · #19 12-10-2003, 02:33 PM

BTW, I certainly didn't mean any disrespect when I posted the part numbers and pricing from gmpartsdirect. Early adopters always have to pay a price...

I used your picture of the part number on the box, and searched google to come up with the web page that had all the part numbers. Therefore, everyone that gets a better deal from gmpartsdirect owes the better deal to FrgMstr for posting the part number.

Klaus

"God made some men big and some men small, but Sam Colt made them all equal."

FrgMstr · #20 12-10-2003, 02:54 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by PhilD:
BTW If we all them on eBay at the same time, the price will likely go down.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Very good idea!!!! I will go first and see what happens. Also I will start a thread in the classifieds here when I Ebay next week if it has not sold so we can all watch it together and not step on each others toes.

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Black 2003 H2 - Just like most of yours, just possibly with less crap bolted on.

My job: http://www.HardOCP.com

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