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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 08:19 PM
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71 Coupe!!!!!!!!! This is exactly the way I think it should look. While yours is nearly flush with the rearward edge of the vertical chrome bumper edge, mine is recessed a full 3 inches. I can't believe mine is right and yours is wrong. Did you move yours or was it always there?

Thanks for posting your pictures. :cheers:
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 08:23 PM
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Len,

You work fast. :eek: Perfect job. What size is the 4" bolt? Did you run them through the existing holes?

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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 10:51 PM
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Default Re: Front Center Grill Question (foundvettelifeisgood)

Len,

You work fast. :eek: Perfect job. What size is the 4" bolt? Did you run them through the existing holes?

Jay
Thanks, I used 1/4inch diameter SS 4 inch carriage bolts. Mine fit thru the existing holes. Don't tighten the nut too tight to the back of the grille, and use a washer there, until you have the grille lined up with the mounting bracket.
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 11:08 PM
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I know it's off the subject but why do some bumperettes line up with the trim and some have a space? Also, why do some have clear blinkers while others have orange? I thought I bought the wrong buperettes because they don't line up perfectly but I see others are that way also.

Back on subject: I will be buying the hardware to convert my center grill to an outy. Looks great!
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