1980 Front Air Dam to Bumper Reinforcements
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1980 Front Air Dam to Bumper Reinforcements
In the snip I clipped from CC, I circled a part in Red. It doesn't even warrant an arrow or a note saying what number it might be, the name, or if it's even available.
This would be a reinforcement that goes on the lower inside of the front bumper and secures the last 8-10" of the air dam extensions that run under the front of the car. Most of the air dam extension itself is connected to the main center air dam. Those reinforcements are noted, but not the one I have circled. And they're not all part of the same "kit" either. With them so low on the front bumper, I have one that's salvageable, but the other is essentially half there.
Anyone know what to even call those parts so I can do some digging? Or, maybe know where I can source them already?
EDIT:
Part Numbers
14018859 - Left Fascia Reinforcement
14018860 - Right Fascia Reinforcement
It doesn't look like repro's exist, but if anyone knows where, I'd appreciate the lead!
Thanks, Pete S
This would be a reinforcement that goes on the lower inside of the front bumper and secures the last 8-10" of the air dam extensions that run under the front of the car. Most of the air dam extension itself is connected to the main center air dam. Those reinforcements are noted, but not the one I have circled. And they're not all part of the same "kit" either. With them so low on the front bumper, I have one that's salvageable, but the other is essentially half there.
Anyone know what to even call those parts so I can do some digging? Or, maybe know where I can source them already?
EDIT:
Part Numbers
14018859 - Left Fascia Reinforcement
14018860 - Right Fascia Reinforcement
It doesn't look like repro's exist, but if anyone knows where, I'd appreciate the lead!
Thanks, Pete S
Last edited by pmsjr; 09-29-2023 at 09:13 PM. Reason: Part Numbers
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In the snip I clipped from CC, I circled a part in Red. It doesn't even warrant an arrow or a note saying what number it might be, the name, or if it's even available.
This would be a reinforcement that goes on the lower inside of the front bumper and secures the last 8-10" of the air dam extensions that run under the front of the car. Most of the air dam extension itself is connected to the main center air dam. Those reinforcements are noted, but not the one I have circled. And they're not all part of the same "kit" either. With them so low on the front bumper, I have one that's salvageable, but the other is essentially half there.
Anyone know what to even call those parts so I can do some digging? Or, maybe know where I can source them already?
EDIT:
Part Numbers
14018859 - Left Fascia Reinforcement
14018860 - Right Fascia Reinforcement
It doesn't look like repro's exist, but if anyone knows where, I'd appreciate the lead!
Thanks, Pete S
This would be a reinforcement that goes on the lower inside of the front bumper and secures the last 8-10" of the air dam extensions that run under the front of the car. Most of the air dam extension itself is connected to the main center air dam. Those reinforcements are noted, but not the one I have circled. And they're not all part of the same "kit" either. With them so low on the front bumper, I have one that's salvageable, but the other is essentially half there.
Anyone know what to even call those parts so I can do some digging? Or, maybe know where I can source them already?
EDIT:
Part Numbers
14018859 - Left Fascia Reinforcement
14018860 - Right Fascia Reinforcement
It doesn't look like repro's exist, but if anyone knows where, I'd appreciate the lead!
Thanks, Pete S
Last edited by rmrtrex; 09-30-2023 at 02:35 PM.
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pmsjr (09-30-2023)
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Thanks @rmrtrex . However, those are the upper reinforcements, 203022 in that clip, that hold the fender to the bumper. These would be on the bottom of the bumper to go to those air dam extensions.
...and yes, I try and do the same to group some things together and reduce shipping charges. It's a massive pain when you have a day to get some work done, and almost immediately you realize you need to order a $10 part that costs $20 in shipping. I think at this point I should attribute it to a Corvette tax!!!
...and yes, I try and do the same to group some things together and reduce shipping charges. It's a massive pain when you have a day to get some work done, and almost immediately you realize you need to order a $10 part that costs $20 in shipping. I think at this point I should attribute it to a Corvette tax!!!
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I've subscribed in case someone finds a source since I am in the same situation. My passenger side is bad. I also looked for a supplier, but didn't find one and figured I'd have to make one.
#6
Guys if you can't find one, I suggest taking old one off if you have it and take it to a machine shop or muffler shop. I am pretty sure they can probably make one there. Good luck.