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Front bumper cut
I'm installing a Setrab front oil cooler but don't want to modify the tub to keep the car within PCA racing rules. I need to notch the front bumper bottom lip about 2 inches. The question is: can I do that with a jig saw or I need some special tool (torch - don't want because of heat and paint don't match) to make the cut. Need advise...
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04-08-2005, 04:38 AM
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I think a jigsaw would do it. Just remember to use a suitable blade (the bumper is aluminum) and tape the bumper itself or the bottom of the saw to avoid scratches.
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04-08-2005, 07:33 AM
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Thank you Paul, I didn't know the bumper is made out of aluminun, I assumed it was made out of steel (being a bumper = very strong = steel) wrong!!!
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04-08-2005, 08:13 AM
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I've done this exact op - its pretty easy.
I also used a hole saw to zap about 7 holes on the face of the bumper -
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04-08-2005, 08:19 AM
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Miguel,
I am assuming you have an S, SC or Carrera w/ impact bumpers.
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04-08-2005, 08:27 AM
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Paul, it is a 78 930 and I am tying to maintain the original front valance with a minor modification to install the cooler; you know, one of those "engineering" projects... I personally don't like those aftermarket valances that go all the way to the front of the bumper. We'll see. When I'm done I'll post pictures of it.
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04-08-2005, 08:48 AM
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Miguel,
How did you make out cutting the bumper. I am about to do the same thing. I also want to keep it PCA legal. Would be interesting in any advice. Thanks, Earl
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