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front bumpers

Posted: 9/26/08 9:09am Message 1 of 7
manchestershark
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
 I am replacing a broken front bumper cover on a recent project car. I have a 75' with pieces missing. I bought the car as is. I see a multitude of options for new/used covers. What is best,easiest to install?  THANKS to all who respond.



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Posted: 9/26/08 9:17am Message 2 of 7
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Vette(s): #1 *1980 White, Red interior 14,000 mile #2 *1980 Red, Oyster interior 93,000 miles Resto project car, rebuilt to 383 stroker
Heh Mark, Redwing or one of the RED members just had some photo's up of his nose before and after repaint. Not sure if he used a replacment thou.
Good luck with the project car.
Hows the shoulder coming?
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Posted: 9/26/08 9:31am Message 3 of 7
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The three primary options are:  Original urethane - recommended only for judged correct cars due to high price and sagging;  Fiberglass - recommended only for customs; and Tru-Flex - recommended for all the rest of us.  Tru-Flex is soft enough to flex in a minor contact, but stiff enough to hold its shape.  It is also the least expensive, and easiest to install.

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Posted: 9/26/08 7:12pm Message 4 of 7
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I agree wid Larry...the True-Flex style covers are much easier to work with than 'glass, and won't crack if you do have a minor boo-boo. The original style urethane covers are the most forgiving, as far as fitting them to the car, but they do have a durability issue. If you're not going full resto on the car, go with the True-Flex....you'll be vewy happy with it.


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Posted: 10/14/08 7:58pm Message 5 of 7
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Vette(s): 1974 Stingray and 2004 Six-speed Convertible
In the process of re-doing both on a '74. Urethane front, Flex-fit or True-flex on the rear. I agree with the other posts that unless you are having the car judged, the Flexible Fiberglas are easier to work with.


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Posted: 10/15/08 4:47pm Message 6 of 7
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I agree Joel and Larry the True-Flex is much more forgiving.
John



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Posted: 10/16/08 4:46pm Message 7 of 7
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I used the flex-fit fiberglass on my 73 but the 75 nose is different. 


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