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Old 04-20-2010, 09:23 PM   #1
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Will a bumber from a 1981-87 bolt up on a 1973-80 C10?
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Old 04-20-2010, 09:39 PM   #2
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Re: Bumper Swap

It can be "made" to fit, but it won't just bolt up. Due to the shape the 73-80 frame horns are more rounded.
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Old 04-20-2010, 09:47 PM   #3
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Ha Ha I like that, a true hot roder reply! I'm giving it serious thought. Havn't seen that one yet but hey if I've thought it, it's been done..!
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Old 04-20-2010, 09:49 PM   #4
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Re: Bumper Swap

Front or rear? The rear will bolt up.
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Old 04-20-2010, 10:12 PM   #5
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Well I'm thinking about both... I just want to try something different.
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Old 04-16-2014, 10:47 PM   #6
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What about 80s model rear bumpers on a 70 swb? Any pics of installed ? Will it work?
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