Good looking front grill. Must have been some work to get the slats out and the mesh in?

I'm not sure how to prep the grill so the paint won't crack or peel?

CM.

99 Mercury Mystique V6 Black
KKM, 9006 BV Bulbs, Painted Calipers, 16" Cougar Rims
Alpine 7894, CDT HD62DT front, CDT Coaxials rear, ,Mmats Pro 10's. POS amp. No RICE.