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Vette(s): 70 LT1 coupe, 69 350 HP coupe, 69 390HP 427 coupe, 71 LS5 convert, 85 coupe, 93 coupe
I agree that you should fiberglass the front bumper in place. If you do, you certainly do not need the metal reinforcements too. I would also fix the rear one on the car.
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Okay, so while we're talking about '74 bumpers and installation, I am in the process of fitting a urethane front bumper on my '74. It is a pain-in-the-a__ (that would be arm). The metal reinforcing framework is tough to work into the bumper tabs and through the front of the car. It is all hooked up except for the two nuts on the upper outermost bolts. If anybody has an easy way to get to those two which are up behind the body reinforcement, I would welcome the advise on any method to get to them.
If I were you BillinNashville, I would leave the bonded bumper on unless you are a purist trying to get back to original stock. I also like the '82 spoiler rear-end and have thought of putting one on the '74. Good luck.
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Vette(s): #1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/
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Raise the headlights UP...that will give you more room, if you haven't already. It also helps to be able to do stuff with your eyes closed...since there's not a chance in hades that you'll be able to see the studs AND get your hand up in there....
Raise the headlights UP...that will give you more room, if you haven't already. It also helps to be able to do stuff with your eyes closed...since there's not a chance in hades that you'll be able to see the studs AND get your hand up in there....
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Yep, you've obviously been there.
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