Shaving Bumper 'Bumps'
#1
Shaving Bumper 'Bumps'
Gentlemen,
Some time ago, I read a post of someone who shaved the bumper bumps off, similar to an SS. It's just that I can't stand the look of the bumps on the LT's, I think that they ruin the 'flow' of the whole front end... It's not like I don't want an SS, I can't get a panel SS in 2010. My Imperial Blue, 2.4, LT2 w/ 5 sp, is due in next Wednesday.
I think that the 'doer' of this project said he'd never do it again, and that it was way too much trouble. Remember who did it?
Any inputs/comments to this idea?
Also, what type of plastic is the HHR using?
Thanks,
Mo
Some time ago, I read a post of someone who shaved the bumper bumps off, similar to an SS. It's just that I can't stand the look of the bumps on the LT's, I think that they ruin the 'flow' of the whole front end... It's not like I don't want an SS, I can't get a panel SS in 2010. My Imperial Blue, 2.4, LT2 w/ 5 sp, is due in next Wednesday.
I think that the 'doer' of this project said he'd never do it again, and that it was way too much trouble. Remember who did it?
Any inputs/comments to this idea?
Also, what type of plastic is the HHR using?
Thanks,
Mo
#2
Yo Mo,
Here's the Thread, I Hope :
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/show...t=24291&page=8
Hope this Helps ,
Here's the Thread, I Hope :
https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/show...t=24291&page=8
Hope this Helps ,
#4
It's EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer). To do the job, hit up a wrecking yard for a modern car with a torn up bumper (they may even give it to you if it's not repairable). Cut up the bumper for parts and start piecing together the shape you want. Use a plastic welder to stitch together the pieces, and then use 3M or other "bumper repair" epoxies to fill. This acts as both a "glue" and a filler. Sand until you get close and then bust out the primer (don't forget the flex additive).
#5
I don't know why the tow trucks or carriers don't take them.
#6
XXL,
Thanks for the EPDM; I have a friend with a body shop who has a stack of damaged bumpers. I just wonder if most/all of the bumpers are EPDM? If I stick to late model GM, I'll probably be alright, right???
Eastwood sells a plastic welder w/ rods, or, I can buy just the EPDM rods from Urethane Supply Co.
Mo
Thanks for the EPDM; I have a friend with a body shop who has a stack of damaged bumpers. I just wonder if most/all of the bumpers are EPDM? If I stick to late model GM, I'll probably be alright, right???
Eastwood sells a plastic welder w/ rods, or, I can buy just the EPDM rods from Urethane Supply Co.
Mo
#7
XXL,
Thanks for the EPDM; I have a friend with a body shop who has a stack of damaged bumpers. I just wonder if most/all of the bumpers are EPDM? If I stick to late model GM, I'll probably be alright, right???
Eastwood sells a plastic welder w/ rods, or, I can buy just the EPDM rods from Urethane Supply Co.
Thanks for the EPDM; I have a friend with a body shop who has a stack of damaged bumpers. I just wonder if most/all of the bumpers are EPDM? If I stick to late model GM, I'll probably be alright, right???
Eastwood sells a plastic welder w/ rods, or, I can buy just the EPDM rods from Urethane Supply Co.
#8
I may be missing the obvious, but why not get a used SS front bumper off of a wrecked car and repaint? I think it would be one HECK of a lot easier than trying to work with that flex stuff the bumpers are made of. I think in the long run you'll end up happier. Just a thought. Good luck with all of that. God Bless, Marc
#9
SS bumper
Marcruger,
I was gonna do just that; but, it seems I read that the SS bumper won't fit the LT2 grille properly? I did price out the SS bumper and all assoiated parts. The total came to about 1K... For 1K, I can do a lot of fitting and welding... Frankly, I haven't checked the salvage yards for an SS bumper. I happen to live about 75 miles from any junkyards.
Mo
I was gonna do just that; but, it seems I read that the SS bumper won't fit the LT2 grille properly? I did price out the SS bumper and all assoiated parts. The total came to about 1K... For 1K, I can do a lot of fitting and welding... Frankly, I haven't checked the salvage yards for an SS bumper. I happen to live about 75 miles from any junkyards.
Mo
Last edited by T 20; 10-24-2009 at 04:57 PM. Reason: addition