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09-02-2009, 09:15 PM
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New bumper install problem
I have this 72 GMC Truck, when I got it there where no bumbers or other items installed yet due to the pervious owner quit the rebuild. so thats where I came in. I ordered a new bumper and new brackets, I'm having trouble getting the brackets , I've bolted the bumper to the frame and as of right now the driver's left side seems to be real close to the frender compared to the other side. as for the brackets does the oblong hole go to the bumper or frame, and does it bolt to the frame in the front hole or back hole? Help Please
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09-02-2009, 09:25 PM
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Restoration Virgin!
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Re: New bumper install problem
Not to put a damper on this, but I had the same issue....have you checked the frame??....my frame was bent!!!....had to take it to a frame shop to get her back in order...$300
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09-02-2009, 09:28 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
I was hoping it was'nt that but thinking was it also.
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09-02-2009, 09:41 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
Forgot to mention...my truck was all back together before we noticed it....it maybe a little cheaper if you haven't install all the panels yet.....
If that's the case, you may be able to take a few measurements to verify...TO measure, I think I read right rear frame rail to left front frame rail and visa versa....measurements should be pretty close??...
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09-02-2009, 09:45 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
geoff is correct, measure the frame from opposing corners to make sure it is square. (if possible)
how do all your body and core support mounts look?
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09-02-2009, 09:48 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
Everything else looks good so far. I'm going to check with friends that has a shop.
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09-03-2009, 12:30 AM
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Re: New bumper install problem
The oblong hole on the outer brackets go to the frame. (I know because I just put a new bumper on my truck) If your front frame horns aren't bent too much you can compensate with large washers between the bracket and the inside of the bumper.
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09-03-2009, 08:29 AM
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Re: New bumper install problem
Thanks it's not bad, I may be able to use washers.
Last edited by gmcdude; 09-03-2009 at 08:29 AM. |
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09-08-2009, 04:39 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
Is it a coil or leaf rear suspension?
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09-08-2009, 09:14 PM
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Re: New bumper install problem
coil front, lesf rear
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