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Feb 10, 2009 | 12:27 PM

charger212

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Front bumper help

Can anyone offer some tips and tricks to removing a 74 front bumper. Mine has been bubba-ized by a previous owner and I just can't leave it that way. Thanks

Rob

Feb 10, 2009 | 01:09 PM

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molded in? sheet rock screws?

Feb 10, 2009 | 02:26 PM

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not quite that bad but there are a few marine screws (brass) and a few wood also.

Feb 10, 2009 | 02:38 PM

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i remember having to use a saws-all but wouldn't recommend that unless you are ready to do some extra body work.

Feb 10, 2009 | 04:44 PM

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I have never removed one before and was wondering if there are any tips or tricks to get it off.

Feb 10, 2009 | 05:41 PM

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Quote:

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not quite that bad but there are a few marine screws (brass) and a few wood also.

Then all regular methods are out the window. Seriously might want to consider a sawzall reciprocating type saw with a metal cutting blade to cut along the seam rather than playing Mr Contorsionist trying to get at rusted phillips heads.

Assuming you are replacing the offending bumper, just favor the bumper when cutting.

of course without pictures this is just my swag.

Feb 10, 2009 | 08:49 PM

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got it off with a little help, what a mess inside. found out that my headlight bucket attachments were rotted off........more work.....so much for having it ready for this summer. Thanks guys for you input.

Regards, Rob