the repaired area looks rough and is but it is super strong and firm as the grille itself. It will take hours of sanding from here to smooth the visible areas before primer. the tabs are always the broken areas of these grilles and the most difficult area to repair. The only thing going for me is the hours of sanding will be a little easier because the chrome trim will cover part of the repair. The repair is very strong and the results are very good. also use a Popsicle stick to fill and strengthen all the hairline cracks on the face of the grille.