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Old Mar 16, 2015 | 01:10 AM
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I bought an 80s style bumper at carlisle last year but the grills dont match at all what can I do.
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What year is your car. You may have to use the 80 setup and figure out how to mount the grill and lights.
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Old Mar 21, 2015 | 10:44 PM
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The front end is from a 75.
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Old Mar 22, 2015 | 09:47 AM
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If it's an actual 80 cover, use the 80 grilles and lights.
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Old Mar 22, 2015 | 11:03 AM
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It is a aci aftermarket bumper and it says to use the 78-82 grill and lense but nothing fits.
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Old Mar 22, 2015 | 12:25 PM
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Plan your work better, next time. Make sure any 'mods' you want to make to your car can be done without major 'surgery'. If you are not sure, ask folks on this Forum before you spend the money. If you can think of doing it, someone here has already done it and can share what they've learned with you.
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