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Old Nov 7, 2010 | 07:44 PM
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So it's the time has come now that my dad is ready to send his 76' off to the body shop for paint. He needs a new front and rear bumper though. I'm new to the corvette scene as we just picked this one up a few months ago. What are my options? pics along with it would be much appreciated
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Old Nov 7, 2010 | 08:07 PM
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Old Nov 7, 2010 | 08:48 PM
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All the parts vendors carry front and rear bumbers. You can go stock, add a built-in spoiler, etc.

Here is a link to one of the vendors bumpers that are available.
http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette-4-166.html
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Old Nov 7, 2010 | 09:36 PM
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rear bumper, zr1 style for c3, front 80 style for pre 80 c3
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I went with the tru-flex front and rear.
The rear went on with very little problems. My front - I had to do some work.
You have to remember, these cars have flexed over the years, and nothing will fit perfect.
I decided to completely fiberglass in the front nose to get rid of the line between the nose and body.
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Make your bumper selection BEFORE you send the car for paint. Mount them, prep them, and have them painted with the car.

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Old Nov 8, 2010 | 02:45 PM
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fiberglass...... the other ones tend to have a different color once painted...
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Old Nov 9, 2010 | 01:48 AM
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Definitely go w/ fiberglass. The plastics tend to lose their shape.
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