After assembling my front grill/bumper assembly (I took it apart 2 years ago and didn't take pictures - duh!)  I am left with a long rod that looks like it supports the body up front.  It must be 18" long and it has small bends at each end and a welded nut for a single bolt.  I think it went from the frame to the bumper support assembly somewhere.  Checked the AIM and can't find this piece.  It's a 72 big block coupe, any ideas?

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Mario

yes it is indeed a support  i can get you a picture to show you exactly where it goes tomorrow, should fit right in center, took mine apart last year so gotta look at picture too.  when i find it i'll send it to you if someone else hasn't already done it.

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Thanks, don't want a droopy nose!

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Mario

It goes from the center hole in the core support up to the top of the big u-shaped bumper support.  It's in the AIM section 11 (sheet metal) page A12, just before how to mount the front fender side louver (gills).  In my Mid America repro AIM, it's page M234.

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If you don't have one, it may be helpful to have an assembly manual. They show every part on the car and where it goes. I got mine from Mid-American.

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Found it thanks right where you said it was!

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Mario

Yea, whoda thunk it was under sheet metal and not front bumper.  

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phew, sure glad you guys got it cause I forgot about it, was busy trying to get everything put away and moved before the rain and snow hits

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No worries   Thanks all!

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Mario