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DIESEL TECH’S

By gus surdU
Upgrade The “Cool” On Your Truck
The right grille allows air to cool your engine and improve the performance of the truck, but let’s be honest: upgrading your grille is often about making it look cool. It is front and center, sets the tone for the build and can be an attention grabber to those walking by at shows or on the street. Check out some of the grilles we’ve put together for you to choose from.
Kelderman
Looking for a slick-looking grille? Look no further than Kelderman’s Bravo Series grille for the 2019 and newer 2500/3500/4500/5500 pickup trucks. It features 6-inch cutouts for single-row light bars to help improve the lighting on your diesel at the same time as you upgrade the grille. The Bravo grille comes with the Kelderman ‘Circle K’ design and is compatible with factory front cameras. (641-673-5396 // www.kelderman.com)
Kelderman truck grille
Rolling Big Power
close up of lights on a Rolling Big Power grille
Light up the night with RBP’s new Midnight Edition Grilles. The Midnight Edition Grilles come standard with an all-black design that will guarantee your truck will be the envy of all of your friends. Made using the highest quality 304 stainless steel, and featuring two black double LED light bars, the Midnight Edition Grille will catch attention everywhere you go. The double woven mesh and RBP iconic studded edging make for a clean final touch to your ride. Featuring a new, limited lifetime warranty means you’re covered no matter what. Some Midnight Edition Grilles require cutting and utilize the OE surrounding with custom finishes available. (877-519-9090 // www.rollingbigpower.com)
Rolling Big Power grille with lights turned off
Rolling Big Power grille with lights turned on
Summit Racing Equipment
Paramount Automotive Evolution LED Wire Mesh Grilles are direct replacements for the factory grille. A black powder-coated shell with simulated rivets surrounds a 304 stainless steel mesh insert with integral LED cube lights, light bar, or a combination of both, depending on the application. The grilles have a lifetime structural warranty and a five-year finish warranty.
Available applications include 2007 to 2019 GM Silverado/Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, 1999-2019 Ford F250/F350 Super Duty and 2003-18 RAM 2500/3500 trucks. (800-230-3030 // www.summitracing.com)
Paramount Automotive Evolution LED Wire Mesh Grille on a blue truck
Paramount Automotive Evolution LED Wire Mesh Grille on a white truck
T-Rex Truck Products
T-Rex Truck grille
Laser Torch Grilles add a modern update to the traditional Torch Series with the upgraded laser-cut steel one-piece construction. The high output ZROADZ LED Light Bar is built-in and center mounted on this high-quality upgrade. The main grille design features a unique repeating “honey comb” pattern and the X-Metal studs and badging are prominently displayed. Laser Torch Grilles are available with chrome or black studs (Stealth Laser Torch Series). T-Rex’s uncompromising quality begins with advanced 3D CAD supported engineering and design. All its products undergo rigorous testing for fit, finish, drivability and durability. Each part starts with a custom jig using laser cut materials, precision TIG welding and meticulous assembly and quality control.

This dedication of American craftsmanship shows in every product that leaves their facility in California. All their black powder-coated grilles go through a multi-stage process. First, they are sandblasted to prepare the surface for their epoxy primer base coat. Second, they are cleaned to remove contaminants from the sandblast process. Then an epoxy primer base coat is applied and cured to seal the entire surface. Finally, the color top coat is applied over the primer and cured to provide long-lasting protection and a high-quality OEM finish. (800-287-5900 // www.trextruckproducts.com)

Putco
Putco grille with lights
Give your truck some extra lights on the front end and a sinister black-style at the same time. These bad boys are constructed out of 1/4-inch CNC machined aluminum that is powder-coated black to give your front-end the midnight black-out look everyone wishes they had. Every grille is perfectly designed and custom-fit for your truck’s year, make, and model. Each piece of this grille is designed to last – including the aluminum, which is naturally corrosion-resistant. Adding this signature grille to your truck will not only bring you satisfaction with the looks it offers, but also the maximum protection that grilles were made for. Constructed out of strong, durable aluminum hardware will keep you safe on the road. Make your friends jealous and imagine what your truck will look like with this all-you-need grille.

Nothing beats that supreme-style grille on your truck – except maybe a grille that comes with off-road Luminix light bars that turn night into day. Each of the LED lights is constructed out of anodized light-weight aluminum that is finished with a sleek, matte black style. Included is an astounding 50,000-hour life span and 6,000K color temperature. Be able to look down any road, no matter how dark it is with this 15-degree focus lens beam. These LED lights pump out 7,200 lumens at a stunning 27 watts. Never worry again if you’ll have enough light for the dark. (800-247-3974 // www.putco.com)

Royalty Core
Royalty Core grille on a white truck
The Royalty Core RC4 Double X grille is a stylish, layered grille with two integrated 30-inch VisionX curved LED light bars. The RC4 Double X grille has a stainless steel underlay that gives the grille dimension. Both the grille mesh and the stainless steel layer can be customized to your truck color, suspension color, wheel color, or another accent color to make your truck a showstopper. You can also add a custom emblem for a unique look.

Like all their grilles, the RC4 Double X is handmade in Oregon from corrosion-resistant T304 stainless steel. Using only TIG welded, the reinforced mesh provides maximum longevity and durability. The RC4 Double X, like all their grilles, is available for most diesel pickup trucks. If you’re looking for a custom look that will last, check out Royalty Core’s full line of grilles to find the perfect fit. (541-343-3643 // www.royaltycore.com)

Royalty Core black grille
Royalty Core chrome grille
Wehrli Custom Fabrication parts installed on a truck
Wehrli Custom Fabrication
Wehrli Custom Fabrication parts
Wehrli Custom Fabrication’s Bumper Grilles for 2015-2019 LML and L5P Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra are constructed from heavy gauge stainless steel. This made in the USA part is designed to maintain airflow to your transmission cooler while offering a significant upgrade in protection against damaging rocks and road debris. Keep it simple with a raw finish or customize it with your choice of custom powder-coat finish. It installs easily with basic hand tools. Clean up the front end of your truck with the perfect finishing touch. (630-277-8239 // www.wcfab.com)
Wehrli Custom Fabrication parts
gray Wehrli Custom Fabrication grille
red Wehrli Custom Fabrication grille
green Wehrli Custom Fabrication grille
300 Industries American flag truck grille
300 Industries
300 Industries is a Las Vegas, Nevada-based manufacturer of custom truck grilles and industrial products. Their Ford, RAM and Chevy grilles are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

Their grilles are precision-cut from stainless steel, finished with a satin black powder-coat and offer the option of a steel or black hardware to complete the rugged look for your diesel. All required hardware is included and installation requires only basic hand tools. With their wide collection of unique designs and customizable options, you are sure to find something that fits your build and budget. (702-312-2217 // www.300industries.com)

300 Industries black truck grille
300 Industries black truck grille of an American flag, liberty bell, and two rifles
Other wheel companies to consider
Ablaze Grilles
951-549-1555 // www.ablazegrilles.com
Status Grilles
775-677-8511 // www.statusgrilles.com
Vision X
888-489-9820 // www.visionxusa.com
Westin
800-345-8476 // www.westinautomotive.com
N-Fab
866-806-6322 // www.n-fab.com