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Fiberglass Bumpers |
frankiec@outrageous.net |
Jan 28 2015, 07:42 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 81 Joined: 31-March 13 From: Mendocino, CA Member No.: 15,717 Region Association: Northern California |
I'd like some feedback on who (IYO) makes the best fiberglass bumpers. I'm backdating a 75 and I'm concerned about quality of the fiberglass, how the corners are fitted to the fenders and the type of mounting brackets, ease in installation etc.
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pete000 |
Jan 28 2015, 08:05 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,885 Joined: 23-August 10 From: Bradenton Florida Member No.: 12,094 Region Association: South East States |
Just don't bump into anything !
You will not be happy ! |
Mike Bellis |
Jan 28 2015, 08:23 PM
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Resident Electrician Group: Members Posts: 8,345 Joined: 22-June 09 From: Midlothian TX Member No.: 10,496 Region Association: None |
I've purchased lots of stuff from AIR (American International Racing). Very good quality and fast shipping. John will usually give a discount if you donate to his charity.
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Woody |
Jan 28 2015, 08:56 PM
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Sandbox Rabblerouser and head toilet scrubber Group: Members Posts: 3,858 Joined: 28-December 10 From: San Antonio Texas Member No.: 12,530 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I've been pleased with the Rennspeed stuff. Front bumper could fit better on the ends but the rear bumper fits great.
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brant |
Jan 28 2015, 09:10 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 11,619 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Colorado Member No.: 47 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Expect to have to do fitting work and some grinding for a street car
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somd914 |
Jan 29 2015, 08:11 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Just don't bump into anything ! You will not be happy ! It's not as if the metal bumpers are robust - my front bumper is dented from PO's minor parking lot bump - I've pounded most of it out but it really needs professional work and re-chroming which is far more expensive than fiberglass. Also, like Woody I have a silver car and feel between the paint, fuchs, window trim, and bumpers there are too many shades of silver, plus coupled with the above mentioned bumper damage, I've considered fiberglass. I like the clean, more contemporary look of Woody's bumpers. |
jim_hoyland |
Jan 29 2015, 10:04 AM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,270 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
I would like to see a fiberglass bumper for the '75/'76 that wraps the ends a little more. That would save having to remove the rubber bumper clips , the hole filling, and repainting.
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bulitt |
Jan 29 2015, 10:43 AM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,188 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
Looking Good Woodrow!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
But why did you knock that cone down? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-12530-1422500184.jpg) |
Woody |
Jan 29 2015, 11:22 AM
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Sandbox Rabblerouser and head toilet scrubber Group: Members Posts: 3,858 Joined: 28-December 10 From: San Antonio Texas Member No.: 12,530 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Just don't bump into anything ! You will not be happy ! It's not as if the metal bumpers are robust - my front bumper is dented from PO's minor parking lot bump - I've pounded most of it out but it really needs professional work and re-chroming which is far more expensive than fiberglass. Also, like Woody I have a silver car and feel between the paint, fuchs, window trim, and bumpers there are too many shades of silver, plus coupled with the above mentioned bumper damage, I've considered fiberglass. I like the clean, more contemporary look of Woody's bumpers. Thanks buddy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) I would like to see a fiberglass bumper for the '75/'76 that wraps the ends a little more. That would save having to remove the rubber bumper clips , the hole filling, and repainting. Mine is a 75. I just trimmed off all the excess metal. Wasn't really that big of a deal. I didn't have the dog bones and just used washers to space out the bumper from the body. Looking Good Woodrow!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) But why did you knock that cone down? Its a pointer cone. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
X911IC |
Jan 29 2015, 01:00 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 81 Joined: 17-June 13 From: California Member No.: 16,026 Region Association: Southern California |
I backdated bumpers on a '75. Went with painted steel bumpers and got fiberglass tops from Mark at 914 Rubber. I used the detailed info from 914 world to fit the bumpers. I painted both the bumpers and top to match the car. I will attach pictures tonight.
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jim_hoyland |
Jan 29 2015, 02:07 PM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,270 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
I backdated bumpers on a '75. Went with painted steel bumpers and got fiberglass tops from Mark at 914 Rubber. I used the detailed info from 914 world to fit the bumpers. I painted both the bumpers and top to match the car. I will attach pictures tonight. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) sounds good... |
Elliot Cannon |
Jan 29 2015, 02:57 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
I bought fenders, hood lids and rocker panels from these guys. Who ever you buy from expect to do some massaging to get it to fit right.
http://www.qrsfiberglass.com/ |
effutuo101 |
Jan 29 2015, 03:42 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,734 Joined: 10-April 05 From: Lemon Grove Member No.: 3,914 Region Association: Southern California |
I bought fenders, hood lids and rocker panels from these guys. Who ever you buy from expect to do some massaging to get it to fit right. http://www.qrsfiberglass.com/ Same here. For front, rear hoods, rear bumper. All 4 corners came from QRS, but we're new in the box from another member here. |
campbellcj |
Jan 29 2015, 10:45 PM
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I can't Re Member Group: Members Posts: 4,543 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California |
Mine are from GT Racing. They required minor trimming and bracket fabrication but look good and are pretty light.
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X911IC |
Jan 31 2015, 10:33 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 81 Joined: 17-June 13 From: California Member No.: 16,026 Region Association: Southern California |
Pictures as promised. |
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