Projects Grill

I want to build an aluminum grill for my truck. I want to go with the style where it looks like a sheet of aluminum with 3-5" holes, I think they are called thunder or speed holes, punched into it. I was wondering if you somebody had pics of how to make one or steps. Or even a website that might carry these type. I see them all the time on rods. Thank you

 

what truck? Your profile says an 85 chevy c10?

 

Who cares maybe he has a secrete project.

Snag yourself a piece of .125 aluminum cut it the shape of the grill opening. Get a hole saw and go to town.

If you building a racecar you can get away with thinner aluminum like say .0625 but to survive any length of time on a daily I'd think you would want the thicker stuff.

Oh Knucklehead, if you do this on a late model you can save yourself and the rest of us some grief if you don't post a picture when its done.

 

Try aplace that makes bbq pits

 

For a 3"-5" hole a hole saw or cutting them by hand would be the cheapest route, Start looking for flaring tool ideas. if the hole is in thin sheet stock flaring the hole will greatly increase the strength. A little more info on what you want as far as material flat grill shape? layout?

Rex

 

because they make the for the chevy s 10 and earlier full size

 

yes it is for my 85. Im trying to get this thing done so I can start on another project. I know not everybody thinks the same about my truck but its what I have to work with right now. Thank you for all the useful information. I might post pics

 

CHopo would you know a website or name of a place that makes those grills?