Raptor Style Grill & Lights Swap + Lower Grill Insert

[kevojack]

Installed raptor-style grill and the mesh insert in front of empty lower section. What a difference. Will probably keep it unbadged instead of installing the FORD lettering. Will install front camera once bracket arrives. Best $350 I’ve spent on this truck and such a massive difference in appearance. Subtle but aggressive. I love it. And at night… sheesh.

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[KennebecMark]

Very Cool. I have an issue with many grills and even though I like my Lightning, I don't like what is suppose to look like a grill. Where did you get it and how was the job to replace it?

 

[kevojack]

Very Cool. I have an issue with many grills and even though I like my Lightning, I don't like what is suppose to look like a grill. Where did you get it and how was the job to replace it?

search eBay for “2023 ford lightning grill” and there are a lot of vendors. I just picked one that had high rating and was responsive. The grill swap itself it easy to install. The wiring itself is also easy but getting the right fuse is a bit tricky. I haven’t installed the front camera yet which requires a Dremel and some patience. Overall I’d say if you’re moderately handy it’s very doable.

 

[FordTough98198]

Very Cool. I have an issue with many grills and even though I like my Lightning, I don't like what is suppose to look like a grill. Where did you get it and how was the job to replace it?

Someone in this forum posted a full write up with pictures of installing it and the camera. Search for that and you can get a sense of the level of work/skill needed.

 

[Ford Motor Company]

Installed raptor-style grill and the mesh insert in front of empty lower section. What a difference. Will probably keep it unbadged instead of installing the FORD lettering. Will install front camera once bracket arrives. Best $350 I’ve spent on this truck and such a massive difference in appearance. Subtle but aggressive. I love it. And at night… sheesh.

Looks fantastic! We love to see the customization for a stunning F-150 Lightning!

 

[Rafis29]

Would it fit a 2022?

 

[eRockBoon]

Would it fit a 2022?

Yes

 

[Realtruck]

Absolutely amazing! This is an awesome upgrade.

 

[kevojack]

even better now

 

[kevojack]

Update for anybody struggling with fuse tap: use fuse 190. It’s a 5a fuse that is a spare/unused. Powers on and off with truck power.

 

[ebanks]

Installed raptor-style grill and the mesh insert in front of empty lower section. What a difference. Will probably keep it unbadged instead of installing the FORD lettering. Will install front camera once bracket arrives. Best $350 I’ve spent on this truck and such a massive difference in appearance. Subtle but aggressive. I love it. And at night… sheesh.

Looks amazing. I just did mine but used blue lights instead of amber. I was on the fence about installing the FORD letters but went ahead. I like the way it looks!

 

[Ford Motor Company]

Looks amazing. I just did mine but used blue lights instead of amber. I was on the fence about installing the FORD letters but went ahead. I like the way it looks!

Love the blue lights! Thanks for sharing, Eric!

 

[dustintinsley]

where did you get the lower grill insert?

 

[captcory]

Looks amazing. I just did mine but used blue lights instead of amber. I was on the fence about installing the FORD letters but went ahead. I like the way it looks!

Can't do blue or red lights here in Florida unless you're law enforcement.

 

[ebanks]

Love the blue lights! Thanks for sharing, Eric!

Update: I switched to white LEDs because blue (and red) are illegal in NC.

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