Panamerica Grill Facelift on 2016 AMG GTS - No Bumper Replacement!
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
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In this video we take you through the do-it-yourself steps of changing the OEM SLS-style grill on my 2016 Mercedes AMG GTS with the updated 2018+ Panamerica-style grill facelift without a full bumper replacement.
I sourced an after-market Panamerica-style grill from Ebay and we find out how easy or how hard it is for two 40-year old knuckle heads to do the full replacement without a lift in my home garage!
Link to Ebay Panamerica Grill purchased:
www.ebay.com/i...
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Fun and great video.. could u plz share the link for the same grill on eBay?
Thank for watching, I have updated Ebay link to the grill I purchased in the video description. Here is the direct link as well. If you liked the video, please consider subscribing to the channel.
www.ebay.com/itm/124795841852?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908105057%26meid%3D04f8d4f04d0c47b3bad2581ba588298a%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D15%26rkt%3D15%26sd%3D393647128836%26itm%3D124795841852%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2380057%26brand%3DUnbranded&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A4c4257e2-4bdb-11ec-a2ff-32bc82b86ed5%7Cparentrq%3A498df1bb17d0a368e4df6f71fff8fa6e%7Ciid%3A1
@@midlifecarisis_ thanks man.. would love to hear your review on the build quality in a few weeks / months. Also would love to see more photos on your ig
Are you already following me on IG, if so I can DM you some more photos.
This is the best DIY technical video I've seen in years. Your buddy is GREAT. His emphasis on _take yer time and be patient_ mantra is the the very common failure point for others. Thx for producing this vid!
Thank you Henry for Watching, I will let Edward know! Have a good one.
Nice video. Was considering doing this to mine lol
I think it is totally worth it, what year is yours? I will be doing a whole bunch more AMG GT content on the channel, if you want to see more please consider subscribing and following me on Instagram at @midlifecarisis
I canceled my order after watching this lol
You going to replace the whole front bumper or stay OEM?
@@midlifecarisis_ I’m staying OEM. Just wanted to replace the grill, but I think I would do more damage than good after seeing all the steps
@@faraney9784 it’s quite a bit of work, I love it but it took quite a bit. Thanks for watching please consider subscribing to the channel!
I love the panamerica but with the diamond shaped grill. The new upside down diamond grill looks shite imo. This looks amazing despite being sacrilege.
Thanks for the feedback and for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video and will consider Subscribing to the channel for more AMG content!
Did you have to clear any light or codes after re installing the cable and bumper. I was told, if you disconnct the distronics, you have to take it to MB for re coding.
No recoding, never took it to the dealer. Never even disconnected the battery either.
Looks great! Can the headlights be changed (upgraded) to a newer model?
I don't believe you can upgrade to 2017+ facelift headlights unless you do the full bumper replacement as well. I have never compared the headlights fully, it would take some research.
did it to my car but i cant get the bumper to fit tight again , there is a wider gap between the top of the bumper and the hood , how can i tighten that gap up ?
We had the same issue, Had to loosen the top bolts under the hood on the top, one person had to life up and push in while the other tighten the those bolts. It definitely was a two person job and you may have to adjust one by one till you get the gap and fitment you need.
Ok so I’m still trying to understand can we or can we not use the stock star off the stock grill on the panamerica grill?
I recommend measuring the space for the star in centimeters, then specifically find the correct star based on size of the after-market grill, I bought a W211 star and it fit correctly.
Is this doable process to a normal gts driver who doesn't have much mechanical background? Or should I take it to a professional shop?
If you have no experience in automotive repair, then I would definitely seek a professional to do it, it is not overwhelming and you are patient you can do it yourself, but it takes a minimum two people and a lot of patience.
If watching this video start to finish required more time and patience than you can tolerate, then yeah hire a professional bodyshop. Otherwise, it's just a lot patience.
Can you share the link, the ones you have provided is expired or not there anymore.
Here is an updated link! Good Luck
www.ebay.com/itm/125174026626?hash=item1d24f41182:g:dToAAOSw-BBg3yaC&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAsLkQc6Xs3FnqFZmTvoXMea5OU8hdfKkJg40hCW77uTKvt5JBgoG7i2CWGiSgo%2FZEjtqjJzEsQ8JMU51FpIHwGbInd7lTTIAAgoUIyNCnRAsHtMXcT5cROujGjk%2F%2FTT5TpPwk9unC6TXspW8e57oqkScIhtbwJtPkeXm26uRieFaHsGa%2FkzYi4VxC9nvlIirXBBWdM6XbUBhb8%2BYLH4z50r%2FUQwbIqIzsJWJ6nNHcoDis%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_bU6bPdYA
creative armoed grill xd like the diamond way beteer..way, you c to much pan's grill
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Hi. I’m having some issues with my grill, the one I ordered from China doesn’t fit. They reckon it’s the same as this but it doesn’t seem to have the corner parts. Any idea?
I replied to your DM on Instagram, let me know if you want to schedule a time to see if we can help out!
how did you mount the amg emblem on the driver side? I noticed it wasn't part of the piece you purchased but was installed in the final product. looking to do the same here
The AMG emblem actually did come with the after market grill, just didn’t film putting it on. It is unfortunately just double sided 3m tape attached to the grill ledge. We looked at an OEM grill and matched the placement. It has been on with no issues for over a year now. Thanks for watching. If you haven’t subscribed to the channel, please consider it. Let
Me know if you have any other questions. If you want a close up photo send me an email at midlifecarisis@gmail.com and I can reply with some photos.
@@midlifecarisis_ I need your help. Did you replace the Mercedes emblem and housing as well? mine was broken so I'm trying to find a replacement emblem. The 8" does not fit and I don't believe it is the 7.17" emblem either. Any help is greatly appreciated.
was there a front camera on this car ?
The 2016 only has a rear camera, no front camera! Thanks for watching, if you would like to see my AMG GT content don’t forget to subscribe to the channel!
The link for the grill doesn't work, can you send another link that work! Thanks!
www.ebay.com/itm/234068198415?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=dG6x0G7sQIi&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=M-h0wEb1Tii&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Try this one. Thanks for watching