When Beauty is More Than Just Skin Deep – a Quick Glance at Aftermarket Grills
The grille on a car or truck is the face of the vehicle. It is often how it is identified. Certain drivers may upgrade over their original for just plain style, while others prefer an aftermarket job for further protection. But it wasn’t always this way. In the past, grilles (or grills, depending on preference) were afterthoughts. Some might have spent more time than others maintaining a decent shine on theirs, but decades ago they were just something that came with the ride and protected the radiator. Cliche to say, but those days are obviously gone. Today, grilles are among the most sought-after automotive accessories on the planet, bringing forth a trend that is seemingly growing stronger by the minute.
Protection Versus the Elements
Tags: meat and potatoes, more time than others, plain style, t rex billet grilles, truck grillsWhat Is The Difference Between OEM And Aftermarket Parts?
You may have heard salespeople say they have an “OEM part in stock” at auto repair centers. OEM parts are Original Equipment Manufacturer parts. What this means is it is a part made by the same manufacturer as the genuine parts sold at an automotive dealership. Many automotive companies use outside manufacturers to help design and produce the parts used on the vehicle and then the dealer adds their logo and packages it in their custom packaging.
Aftermarket parts on the other hand are produced by a different company than the original manufacturer. While these parts are usually made with the same materials and made to serve the same purpose, they may have slight differences in how they look and feel. Some aftermarket parts, due to redesign, may actually be an improvement on the original. Aftermarket parts are typically much less expensive than OEM parts and usually are of the same quality. The difference is, it will not be made by the same brand as the rest of your parts on your vehicle.
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