New Grille

[Spitz]

My van has had a portion of the grille cut out at some point.

If I'm able to get my hands on a replacement grille panel, I'd like it to be quick release as in the picture I hope I can post.

I need to know if braces need to be welded in behind....or a portion of the old one left to mount to......any pictures of this process...or a finished one on and off?
Thanks

[MiniDave]

I think those quick release kits come with the brackets that you have to screw to the shell.

I didn't know they offered the grill portion separate from the front shell, that will make a huge difference when doing routine maintenance being able to remove that panel!

[Spitz]

I've seen the panels in a couple of places now.
I would love to see a pic with one removed, so I can see how it mounts and especially the edge.

I would image a vertical piece would have to be welded in also....similar to other MINIs....otherwise, the slam panel would not have much strength.

[MiniDave]

This is the first one I've seen done like that.....ran across this pic this am from a friend in Canada....

[Spitz]

Yes,,,,that seems to be the same set up I want to do.
I need pictures of how the pressed grille is installed this way, with quick release....how it's held

[MiniDave]

In that pic it looks like the grill sits proud of the surround.....

[Spitz]

Yes...it's missing a thumb screw...looks like they were/are recently working on it.....The first picture is ideal, and probably what that convertible would look like when tucked in

[tsumini]

If you like the look of Dzus fasteners they should work.

[Spitz]

I do like the look...but the question remains the same....what is used for the "backing" on the inside