Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Any tell tail signs or differences on 32 grill inserts to look at for “Original” and “Repro’s”???

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Original grille bars are not shiny. They are painted grey.

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Also there is a significant difference in the weight between most of the Chinese grilles and an original. Only repro grille close to original and made in the USA is the now defunct grille insert from Dale's in OKC. I have not had a chance to check the new United Pacific inserts.

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

& there is 3 different original passenger insert ,
(Crank hole )

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Yes, I have DavidG’s restoration book open now reading and re-reading and comparing

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

A fourth variation of the crank hole opening has shown up in Europe.

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Original were painted

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932
 

Should be painted, not stainless, is the first clue.

Re: Grill insert orig Vs Repro 1932