Actually, the stock grill does minor damage to the paint and bumper at the bottom of the upper grill. Some of the after market grills, like the one in this sale really gouge away at the front of the bumper opening. Not too noticable until you remove the grill. I would deffinitely not recommend this grill to anyone. No way to go back to stock without filler, sanding and paint. Rubber covers for the ends of the grill are a good idea, I will be looking into that. For me the damage caused by this grill is already done.