Thank you! This by far is the most comprehensive installation video for the headlights and grill swap that I have seen.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@juancardona9440
2 жыл бұрын
I agree!!!
@coryneville2832
8 ай бұрын
Great video and much appreciated. Did a Lariat to STX grille swap using this video. Came out perfectly with no issues. For those asking about how long just the grille swap would take, having everything ready to go, going slowly and referencing this video step by step, I did it in around 2 hours. Probably could have gone faster but I was being extra careful not to break any clips etc.
@EliminatorPerformance
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, had fun filming this and yes it's hard to time for me because setting up the camera explaining this etc lol but 2hrs sounds about right
@mrnicoraable
20 күн бұрын
Great video, thank you for this! I hit a deer with my truck and destroyed my grill 😭... I had the chrome package but decided to switch to black, same one you installed 😎 plus I ordered new LED headlight/taillight/foglight assemblies that have black housing. I'm swapping the bumpers out as well.
@1AbominAble1
3 жыл бұрын
The Special Edition or Black PKG grille and headlight housings are the only thing I don’t have, that I wanted on my truck. They didn’t come with the wheels that I wanted😡 salesman told me it was cheaper to replace the grille than buy the wheels, I shouldn’t have believed him, that grille is expensive and the lights are no better. Your vid is by far the best I’ve seen for this job. I subscribed 👍👍
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@uhNomad
2 жыл бұрын
Hands down one of the best DIY breakdown I’ve seen . 👍
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@F150ownershipguy
4 жыл бұрын
I personally like the chrome grill but I love how thoroughly you explain the process. Great video!
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@hectorquinones4524
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I’ve got the STX grill on my 2020 STX Model but I personally like the look of the XLT GRILL with the twin horizontal bars!! But the video was very informative! Nice job!
@CrunchDramaNetwork
10 ай бұрын
Want to trade?
@sambarton202
Жыл бұрын
The depth of info is appreciated so much, i have 18 as well and planning to upgrade front and tail lights in the near future. Saving this for instructions!
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
I have a video on the tail lights too just check out the playlist!
@circlepfarm9729
4 жыл бұрын
The video is very well done and easy to follow your instructions. I just don’t understand how a blacked out plastic grill could look better than the original chrome one from Ford. I’m probably too old fashioned.
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
I guess it all comes down to personal preference, thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching!
@drewthompson2558
3 жыл бұрын
This video was very helpful, my grille swap went smooth after watching this!
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ramiaw
3 жыл бұрын
Very thorough description! I will be doing the grill/lights soon. Thank you for posting!
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@AK_Vortex
7 ай бұрын
That is awesome! And I'd rather stick with the Ford OEM as much as I reasonably can. looking forward to more videos with your F-150. Nice Job!!
@EliminatorPerformance
7 ай бұрын
Thanks, I should have some more videos coming this summer!
@AK_Vortex
7 ай бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance I'll be waiting. I should have my F-150 XLT or similar by then and should be between 2018 and 2020.
@speedracer5721
3 жыл бұрын
Great job explaining. Not too much, not too little
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@wiremanbob8777
4 жыл бұрын
That look's great . I have had Sport package's on all my new truck scene 1997. Great job. Keep it up . Thanks Bob
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
It's funny that the STX is a cheaper package than the XLT, yet everyone wants this grill. Thanks for watching!
@ivanpejic3108
4 жыл бұрын
Eliminator Performance I think it’s the best grill option on all of the models I choose the xlt sport over a base lariat because of it
@XmrRayy
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, you skipped a couple steps but i got it done appreciate it man!
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
What steps did I miss? Thanks for watching, glad it helped!
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
The Agate Black STX grille is exceptionally hard to find used in Canada, so I bought it right from Ford. You can find lots of them on eBay US, but with shipping and exchange rates from the USA, it would've cost about $100 less and could've arrived damaged. The headlights however, if I were to do it again, I would've tried the aftermarket DNA headlights from Amazon that cost about $500 for the pair. (That's about 1/3 of the price compared to the OEM Ford ones).
@MRBurns-ti9lb
3 жыл бұрын
My god is there anymore steps holy cow I just talked me out of it
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
It's not that bad lol
@MRBurns-ti9lb
3 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance the video is awesome though
@petersallander2455
4 жыл бұрын
Wow what a change better-looking
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter!
@tkskagen
4 жыл бұрын
Great "Do It Yourself" Upgrade!
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@CrunchDramaNetwork
10 ай бұрын
Dude you sound like a robot 😆 😂
@coachbeam3600
Жыл бұрын
I wish they made the STX grill the standard one, but that’s just me…I think it looks way better than the two bars.
@yittihenriquez7813
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@waynestefinashen239
4 жыл бұрын
The ELMN8OR is being very nicely transformed, would have cost you a fortune to have this done at the dealership. Really like the LED Ford symbol Don V. may actually buy a Ford after watching this video.
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Yes that's true, and it's always nice working on your own vehicles when you can. Thanks for watching!
@donvoll2580
4 жыл бұрын
Good day Boy that was interesting, very educational. I afraid Don V won't be buying one for awhile. My pockets aren't deep & have holes. It looks really nice with Ford emblem lit up. Thanks Boy my son just phoned, I had to tell him about it, he had a good laugh. Thanks
@jorgegeorgegeorge4567
4 жыл бұрын
Great job man that truck is looking so beautiful
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@calvineenigenburg3524
Жыл бұрын
Those four nuts to disconnect the shutters from the grill all broke the clips holding the bolt back instantly as soon as I tried to loosen them, wasn’t prepared for that 😂🥴
@eDuCincoCinco
3 жыл бұрын
I have exactly same truck, color and chrome, I wanted to get same grill but now I see that doesn’t look that great unless I change the bumper as well, thank you for the info !
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Yea I'm going to get them vinyl wrapped for like $250 I think it'll look good.
@eDuCincoCinco
3 жыл бұрын
Eliminator Performance I’m not sure if you can powder coating it, but will be better, I’m doing it with my chrome rims
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
@@eDuCincoCinco yea you can but they'll end up getting stone chipped eventually, so wrapping is easier and more affordable.
@Hdsoftaildeluxe
2 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal instructions
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Waylon!
@theweightlifterknownasbobw7707
3 жыл бұрын
looking forward to the bumper cover video
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
I ended up getting them vinyl wrapped in 3M gloss black, it turned out amazing and was $400 Canadian. Well worth the money.
@LM-cs5ri
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video bro, nice to see local talent as well, I’m from Ontario too. How much did u pay for grille if u don’t mind me asking? Looking forward to watching more of your videos. You just set the bar so high. Best video tutorial I’ve come across keep up the great work.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
I paid $900 for the grille through a distributor, it was like $1200+ at the dealership. And thanks for the kind words!
@michoacanom4320
4 жыл бұрын
Nice job im doing that to my 2018 platinum i dont like the satin 2 bar going with stx painted to match clean truck you need matching black painted bumpers
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@michoacanom4320
4 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance no problem nice content keep up the good work
@oskarhaas824
3 жыл бұрын
Very good Video Instruction
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@notagain1788
2 жыл бұрын
I can’t manage to remove the middle piece! Help!!!
@noeluna4765
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the help Brother
@brucel.6078
4 жыл бұрын
Damn that looks sweet!!! Looks $$$$ though. Nice job!
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Big money, especially since I'm in Canada. This grille is exceptionally hard to find used in Canada, so I bought it right from Ford, as shipping and exchange rates from the USA would've cost about $100 less. The headlights however, if I could've done it again, I would've tried the aftermarket DNA lights from Amazon for like 1/3 of the price. Thanks for watching!
@Spoder_Man
3 жыл бұрын
My friend has 2020 F150 and he wants to upgrade his headlights but says it’s the hardest thing ever. My Camaro I had to remove the whole front bumper. This is really easy
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Yea it honestly didn't take long, I'd highly recommend the trim removal tools though, without them it would've been quite difficult. Thanks for watching!
@Thelegendking-yj4bm
3 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2020 did u have to remove grill to change out headlights ?
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
@@Thelegendking-yj4bm yes
@Thelegendking-yj4bm
3 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance im installing projector headlights which is better hid or led ?
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
@@Thelegendking-yj4bm I'll be running LED in halogen housings, which I've heard will be the brightest. I've never used HIDs but my buddy has them and likes them.
@flexfire7432
3 жыл бұрын
Nice video I just purchased a 2018 and I wanna know where you got your blackout in them from thank you very much
@adamopel5702
4 жыл бұрын
It looks very sharp👍
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam!
@shesamdrum50
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you !!!!!
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@paulkimble736
2 жыл бұрын
I like the honeycomb grill, I plan to do this too
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
I just got my bumpers wrapped gloss black, truck looks amazing!
@matthewcairo2079
3 жыл бұрын
That does look nice.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@leoliu8189
9 ай бұрын
help a lot! thanks!
@TonyElTigre-kq4ri
10 күн бұрын
Do you need to keep the shutter?
@cesarestrada5020
2 жыл бұрын
Could I do this swap to my 16 model I have a different headlight assembly
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Yea the whole front end has to be changed, there's info on the forums, look up 2015-2017 f150 to 2018+ front end
@riverrivers250
Жыл бұрын
Starting your truck without that grill connected,, can that cause a Check engine light too come on,,, cause i replaced my headlights with LED’s and i started the truck without the grill and wiring connected, and oh btw. My grill has 2 connectors on it, right beside each other
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
Yes, because the grille shudders will send a fault code because they're not plugged in. Should clear once you plug it back in
@riverrivers250
Жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance thanks,,, u were right, it went off eventually,
@ziplock7286
3 жыл бұрын
The 10 mm nuts on the inside of the shutter doe's not come off, they just loosen and keep turning? there is no way to get inside to hold the bolt and stop it from turning.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
They're hard to get out sometimes that's why I said don't over tighten, if you ever have to do it again they just spin. Good luck.
@ziplock7286
3 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance I saw enough gap between the bolt and frame to insert a small screwdriver down into the base and applied enough pressure to stop it from turning. I was then able to get the nuts off. I then placed the nuts back on the backside of the bolts and inserted them into the new grill, allowing the bolts to stand up. I dropped the louver onto the new grill and it fit perfectly.
@ironwelder9983
Жыл бұрын
Can these parts fit f150 2017 . I wanted to upgrade my font end .
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
Yes google 2017 to 2018 front end swap, you need quite a few parts but you can buy everything and make it look like an 18-20
@josechavez4820
2 жыл бұрын
Very educational video. I am rebuilding my truck from a front crash, in the process l got to get the 5 clips that puts together the grille and the shudder described at min 4:28. do you have any information where to get those?
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe tasca parts or east gate ford in Canada. I got all my stuff from a friend who works with dealers. You need a parts diagram, then you get part number and then order
@agca2411
Жыл бұрын
Found an OEM paint matched STX grille for my F150. Good price at $500 however it has one broken tab. Would you buy it with a broken tab or should I pass on this grille?
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
You might be able to jb weld something? For $500 it seems like a great deal. They're getting harder to come by used. Like I said I bought mine new it wasn't cheap lol
@agca2411
Жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance Thank you!
@mickdouglas3062
4 жыл бұрын
How much was the grille? I love the look of the STX the most.
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
$900 Canadian, MSRP was over $1200 so I got a "deal" lol you can find them used in the US but in Canada, an Agate Black STX grill was impossible to find used.
@mickdouglas3062
4 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance I'm in Canada, NB to be exact. I bought an Abyss grey F150 Reg Cab. Hopefully I can get one for under a grand. Thanks for responding btw.
@brandonpanduro3839
2 жыл бұрын
Where can I find the plastic molding that Goes on top of the chrome bumper
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
I'd go to a wreckers, additionally, you could try going online to a site called www.car-part.com and search for the specific part through local wreckers
@noeluna4765
Жыл бұрын
Quick question I just saw the 2021 limited front end with the fog lamps and I wanted to ask u if it's possible to swap them to my 2019 Lariat?
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
No completely different. You can however upgrade a 2015-2017 to the 2018-2020 front end, but pretty much need the fenders, hood, grille, lights and trim with bumper etc
@noeluna4765
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the answer 🙏
@nocturnus7615
3 жыл бұрын
Great Video, thanks. Question for you. Do they make this emblem without the LED option. Is there a standard Ford OEM part number for the emblem that fits this grill. The number you have listed brings up the one you purchased. I am wondering if there are different variations to this emblem possibly? Thanks, again. Great Video. Simple and to the point.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
There's black edition ford emblems yes, without LED. But there isn't this one without LED.
@Drewwhid1
3 жыл бұрын
Nice informative video. I’m getting ready to do my truck very similarly. Also, can the led bulbs just plug in and work or are there any new wiring involved? Thanks.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Headlights and high beams need resistors or else they'll flicker. Turn signals don't need resistors, but will hyperflash inside the cab. This is because the LEDs have less resistance than a factory halogen bulb, which makes the truck think the bulb is burnt out. You can easily disable this using the Forscan program.
@itsElsgoo
3 жыл бұрын
If you were only swapping out the grille, how long would it have taken you? ... looks great.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Not long, it's quite simple really. But I would highly recommend trim removal tools, I bought mime on amazon for like $15 for a whole pack of them. Made taking off that lower piece super simple. For everything else, you just need basic socket set!
@ruffus4924
3 жыл бұрын
Will this work on my 2018 f150 XL?
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, 2018-2020 all models of f150
@sjfrand
2 жыл бұрын
Grill and headlight removal demonstration is great. Your explanations are very thorough. I’d like to know more about the Diode Dynamics SL1 LED headlight install. I have both high & low beams, but having a lot of difficulty with the low beam install; I haven’t gotten it done. Are you willing to provide some input?
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
Loosen the metal retaining bracket that has the 2 or 3 Torx screws and they fit right in, then tighten them down.
@sjfrand
2 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance I’ll try that tomorrow. Did you install the anti flicker modules?
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
@@sjfrand yes, only for low beams. They're a pain to get in, but they do fit, using the original dust cover.
@sjfrand
2 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance Yes, that is correct; flicker modules for low beams only. I’ll give it a try tomorrow. I do appreciate your assistance. I have tried this install through the wheel well, as instructed by Diode Dynamics; that method I found to be impossible. Again, thank you.
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
@@sjfrand I did it like that, I took the wheel off though because of my 22" wheels and peeled back the inner fender liner
@nahumdeleon8453
7 ай бұрын
Does the stx ford come with the shutter system as well or only on the xlt
@EliminatorPerformance
7 ай бұрын
The shutter system is different and will be behind all the grilles
@nahumdeleon8453
7 ай бұрын
@EliminatorPerformance I have an xl ford trying to change the grille to a stx hoping that its easy to take off
@jessnegron8174
3 жыл бұрын
Excelent jobs
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@iggymazza9138
3 жыл бұрын
hey, I'm going from a lariat special edition grille (STX) to a limited grille, can I reuse the same logo? how come the logo can't be reused? looking forward to hearing from you, thanks!
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
I'm honestly not sure. All I know is that the XLT emblem can't be used on the STX grill. It's uses different mounts I guess. That's what I read on the forums.
@iggymazza9138
3 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance thank you for the quick response. also, I am missing 3/4 gold bolts/studs that hold the active grille shutters on the limited grille. will I be able to take off and reuse them on the new grille from my current? I briefly tried taking the only one I had left off and I struggled with it as I did not want to break it.
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
They can be a pain, in the video I believe I mentioned not to over tighten. I don't know if you can replace them.
@kevinboyd8384
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, it’s definitely going to help! I’ve got a 2020 XLT that’s Oxford White and I want to do the same thing - replace the grille with a color match STX Sport grille. Did you order the grille from a dealership or an OEM website? When I trie to go through an OEM site, it says that the grille is not compatible with my truck. Thanks in advance
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
I ordered through a 3rd party, but it came from Ford. I did it that way because my friend works for a company and the more ford parts they order the better deals they get. So he did me a solid and ordered me everything. As for the grille, it should fit! The only thing is you'll have to get a new emblem if you go from XLT to STX
@nelly713pressuahh8
3 жыл бұрын
What is that software you use that tells you where bolts are and all that the little pop up images you put on video
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Oasis, it's only available to mechanics. But you can download pdf online manuals that have the same stuff, but it costs money.
@xXx_Mason_xXx
Жыл бұрын
where did you buy the grill from?
@EliminatorPerformance
Жыл бұрын
Zanchin truck and trailer in Fort Erie Ontario, they were cheaper than the dealership because I bought everything through them, and the more they buy, the better discount they get, so we were both happy.
@markreimer2897
3 жыл бұрын
Is there anything the bottom of the grille can catch onto? The top of mine is loose but I can’t figure out the bottom?
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
Just those 4 big clips I believe, give it a good pull and it should come out as long as you have that lower trim piece removed
@markreimer2897
3 жыл бұрын
I found 2 pins coming from my bumper?
@kensmail2394
2 жыл бұрын
I cannot get the bottom off either. Dif you ever get yours off? I notice all these comments say what a great job but none of them have actually tried this. I've been an hour trying to get the buttom of the grill to release from the truck.
@ramirosotelo3425
2 жыл бұрын
Where did you order the grill?
@EliminatorPerformance
2 жыл бұрын
You can get them at your dealer, I went through a repair shop that orders Ford parts because a friend works there and gets discounts
@Pete.Ty1
4 жыл бұрын
😊👍
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@timothyryan2847
4 жыл бұрын
Are you going to replace the chrome bumper too?
@EliminatorPerformance
4 жыл бұрын
Probably end up wrapping it if the business ever gets back to me!
@buffalobmf
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like you should of just bought the blackout package with the truck lol
@EliminatorPerformance
3 жыл бұрын
You can't get it on a single cab, just like you can't get the STX package. Thanks for watching!
@buffalobmf
3 жыл бұрын
@@EliminatorPerformance no kidding. Thats why i said you should of just bought a truck with the blackout package
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