DIY: Removing Bumpers
06-21-2005, 01:42 PM
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Hey all,
Just so happens I copied all those posts along with the images when they were there and if you PM me with your e-mail address I'll send them to you. It will be a 700KB file.
Larry
Just so happens I copied all those posts along with the images when they were there and if you PM me with your e-mail address I'll send them to you. It will be a 700KB file.
Larry
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09-15-2005, 08:05 AM
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All,
I've been able to edit the posts and link the pics, but I can't embed them for some wierd reason. If that gets fixed I'll go back and embed them to make it easier to read.
Cheers
sco
I've been able to edit the posts and link the pics, but I can't embed them for some wierd reason. If that gets fixed I'll go back and embed them to make it easier to read.
Cheers
sco
09-15-2005, 08:55 AM
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All,
I've been able to edit the posts and link the pics, but I can't embed them for some wierd reason. If that gets fixed I'll go back and embed them to make it easier to read.
Cheers
sco
I've been able to edit the posts and link the pics, but I can't embed them for some wierd reason. If that gets fixed I'll go back and embed them to make it easier to read.
Cheers
sco
10-09-2005, 07:46 PM
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I have a problem my screws do not seem to stay in place they always fall out. I need to replace the screws, and the syncs for them. What are the specs for them? And what Can I do so I do not lose the screws every month or so.
10-09-2005, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 8 is enough
I have a problem my screws do not seem to stay in place they always fall out. I need to replace the screws, and the syncs for them. What are the specs for them? And what Can I do so I do not lose the screws every month or so.
if u are referring to the ones on the bottom for the front bumper that happened to me too...I"m going to use non-permanent locktight (DONT USE THE PERMANENT kind :o)
07-03-2006, 03:51 PM
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So it looks like removing the front bumper is pretty straightforward, but what about putting it back on? Any tricky "snaps" or snags to take into consderation? I've read through about a dozen or so threads but no talk of how hard it is to put back on the car, any info. is greatly appreciated as I'm tackling my AEM install today/tomorrow. thanks a bunches 
07-03-2006, 05:47 PM
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Putting it back is just as easy as taking it off...just don't forget the reconnect the fog lights. Two people make it easier, but isn't a must.
Also protect the headlights with a towel or some such item.
On or off it is much easier then you might think if you haven't done it before. I always hated the idea of taking the bumper off, but once I did it I realized how foolish I was to have waited.
Also protect the headlights with a towel or some such item.
On or off it is much easier then you might think if you haven't done it before. I always hated the idea of taking the bumper off, but once I did it I realized how foolish I was to have waited.
07-03-2006, 06:32 PM
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cool, thanks for the info. My previous experience was with a truck bumper on a 97 S10, talk about a pita...ugh This sounds considerably easier, can't wait to have my intake ..intaking..or whatever 
10-21-2006, 06:35 PM
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Hello,
I am having a little problem takin out the screws. Is there some extra trick to take them out? Thanks in advance.
I am having a little problem takin out the screws. Is there some extra trick to take them out? Thanks in advance.
Originally Posted by sco
From each inner guard, remove the snaplocks holding the bumper in place (1/8th turn to release, then just pull out). You might have to hold the outer to stop it from turning. There are about 5 of these on the leading edge of each inner guard.
Yellow dots next to snaplocks.
Yellow dots next to snaplocks.
10-21-2006, 06:58 PM
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Hello,
I am having a little problem takin out the screws. Is there some extra trick to take them out? Thanks in advance.
I am having a little problem takin out the screws. Is there some extra trick to take them out? Thanks in advance.
10-22-2006, 04:27 AM
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Thanks for the help.
Originally Posted by Go48
Read the quote you posted very carefully. These are NOT screws. If you follow the very explicit instructions in the quote the fasteners will come out. Specifically. Turn the head about a quarter turn counterclockwise with very little pressure on the screwdriver. The "screw" will then pop out slightly. Pull out the screw" with your fingernail, then pull out the rest of the fastener. Reinstall in reverse. That is, insert the fastener into the hole without the "screw". Push the "screw" into the hole and wala, it is installed.
02-10-2007, 11:48 AM
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i just finished took me about 1 hr total time with one person helping...went alot quicker...thanks for the post couldnt have done it without the exact steps...putting it back on is just as easy