When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
So I put on my Center grill today that came pretty quickly from Zunsport, but one stupid question. It popped in nicely and fits well, but what is it that the screw on either side threads into? the screws just keep spinning? Am I missing something here. I doubt the grill would fall out even without the screws, but if I cant figure this one out I might just take a little double stick tape on either side and take it back out and put it in with the tape holding it. Seems like the screws have nothing to screw into? Strange, I must be missing something here.
So I put on my Center grill today that came pretty quickly from Zunsport, but one stupid question. It popped in nicely and fits well, but what is it that the screw on either side threads into? the screws just keep spinning? Am I missing something here. I doubt the grill would fall out even without the screws, but if I cant figure this one out I might just take a little double stick tape on either side and take it back out and put it in with the tape holding it. Seems like the screws have nothing to screw into? Strange, I must be missing something here.
the video does show 2 screws on either end were used.
Ya, it was simple putting it on, but my screws just seem to keep on spinning and not catching anything, I'm using a regular philips head screwdriver though and not a screw gun like in the video, I'll try again today. I'm going on a trip and would hate to have this pop out or something, although even without the screws it does feel fairly well secured.
Ya, it was simple putting it on, but my screws just seem to keep on spinning and not catching anything, I'm using a regular philips head screwdriver though and not a screw gun like in the video, I'll try again today. I'm going on a trip and would hate to have this pop out or something, although even without the screws it does feel fairly well secured.
Hi 2012 merc amg,
You really need a power drill to install those screws. They're self tapping and thread into the plastic brace on either side behind the grill that you have installed. Maybe you can borrow one from a friend or neighbor. Trying to put the screws in with a regular screw driver is not the best method. Once you have a power drill these screws will take seconds to install but just make sure to only screw them in enough to hold as if you go too far it may bend the grill. Hope this helps.
So I put on my Center grill today that came pretty quickly from Zunsport, but one stupid question. It popped in nicely and fits well, but what is it that the screw on either side threads into? the screws just keep spinning? Am I missing something here. I doubt the grill would fall out even without the screws, but if I cant figure this one out I might just take a little double stick tape on either side and take it back out and put it in with the tape holding it. Seems like the screws have nothing to screw into? Strange, I must be missing something here.
Just wondering why you only bought the center grill? While your initial fix for the sides is very functional, they don't appear as OEM as the Zunsport, and then on top of that, they don't match the center grill mesh.
Just wondering why you only bought the center grill? While your initial fix for the sides is very functional, they don't appear as OEM as the Zunsport, and then on top of that, they don't match the center grill mesh.
Since I already have my home made side grills installed and they don't look bad I just went with the center for now. When enough debris gets behind the side grills I made, I'll clip off the wires holding them on and order the Zunsport side grills at that time, for now it really does not look bad at all, 99.9 percent of people would ever notice anything with it the way it is. I just figure I put the work into my home made side grills, might as well keep on using them for now.
Hi 2012 merc amg,
You really need a power drill to install those screws. They're self tapping and thread into the plastic brace on either side behind the grill that you have installed. Maybe you can borrow one from a friend or neighbor. Trying to put the screws in with a regular screw driver is not the best method. Once you have a power drill these screws will take seconds to install but just make sure to only screw them in enough to hold as if you go too far it may bend the grill. Hope this helps.
Thanks for the info, the guy down the road has a power drill who runs the buff shop, I'll stop by there in a while. Ya, I guess that must be the trick. Looks to be a pretty good design, they fit in nicely and looks good. God knows why the factory could not have supplied something like these with the car. Having those open holes is just plain stupid. Last fall when I drove the car to Florida with all the leaves on the road in New England all three holes were just loaded with leaves when I stopped at a rest stop down south, it was right after that I started the original thread on this issue. But of course as we know, the biggest issue is a intercooler or radiator getting punctured from the more solid road debris, the car as it was was a ticking time bomb. lol;
Just picked up the Zunsport kit - will install once I take delivery. Here are two pics from other members of this forum for quick comparison:
Owners of Pictures: @E63Wagonesque@E634Me
How did you get away with not having a front plate for almost 4 years. lol
I drive to long island almost every day and it seems like my best bet is to take Grand Central to meadowbrook expressway.
Received my grille guards today. Simplest install ever. I suggest before installing the center guard, gently bend the clips inward to avoid scratching your paint. And as others have said, use a cordless drill to install the screws. I used a small, square drive to prevent slipping and marring the screw head.
It's a slight PITA to install the Zunsport grills. Ok, maybe more of a PITA because middle-age makes it more difficult to crouch or lay down to install the grills. Probably a better option than the OEM bandaid mentioned above. The Zunsport is a fairly clean aftermarket approach but it would be better yet if the issue was simply addressed by AMG. Zunsport looks good and I hope to never have to think them again!
None of you are concerned with the amount of airflow restricted with these installed? This much engine needs a LOT of air intake and that's my biggest concern with installing them additionally I'm in SFL it gets very hot here.
None of you are concerned with the amount of airflow restricted with these installed? This much engine needs a LOT of air intake and that's my biggest concern with installing them additionally I'm in SFL it gets very hot here.
this is only concern and nothing else, using them from July never had a problem, temperatures are the same as before installation. BTW your INTAKES are behind the front grill (mercedes star is there), liquid coolers do not require so much airflow, but anyway I don't think those grills are changing that so much.
this is only concern and nothing else, using them from July never had a problem, temperatures are the same as before installation. BTW your INTAKES are behind the front grill (mercedes star is there), liquid coolers do not require so much airflow, but anyway I don't think those grills are changing that so much.
Great you answered my only fear which was actual air intake to the engine being in the upper part by the big star logo. I know the greater the HP air intake needs increase exponentially.
The lower where mesh will be installed not affecting engine output horsepower is what I wanted to be sure of. Even if slightly higher temps do happen doesn't bother me I would assume they'll still be in range with what you and others are reporting.
BTW your INTAKES are behind the front grill (mercedes star is there), liquid coolers do not require so much airflow, but anyway I don't think those grills are changing that so much.
08-02-2018, 07:12 PM
