instead of removing just the ford emblem why dont you replace the grill with gutter guard mesh ?
some have painted the grill some have replaced it totally. i think there was a group buy for 98+, i might be mistaken check the GROUP BUY forum.
good luck


Red '97 GL Sport MTX
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