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Allenk 02-05-2006 03:57 AM

Modifying rear bumpers
 
Has anyone had much success modifying their rear bumpers so they contour after adding SC flares? This would be for the early stlye bumpers-71'. I was looking at it last night and could decide if it was worth it.

Zeke 02-05-2006 07:24 AM

If you had the end pieces that go with the RS steel bumper, you could "flare" your steelies to match. You would need some serious metal working tools.

stormmaster 02-05-2006 08:07 AM

I just wish there was a source for longer rubber strips for mid year cars that would allow removal of the big bumper blocks and just run the rubber strip in their place....not to hijack the tread....

Jgordon 02-05-2006 08:12 AM

What about using an extra rubber strip from the front bumer? Might not be a perfect match, but it would get you close.

stormmaster 02-05-2006 08:15 AM

I dont want it to look cobbled up....although I did just have a thought...I will let you know if I figure out something....

buster73 02-05-2006 09:53 AM

The stock metal rear bumper of my 73 was modified to match with the RS flares. You first cut off the outer end of the bumper. Then you align the cut piece with the fender and weld a metal filler strip in the gap between the two segments (ca. 3/4" wide). A good body shop should be able to make it fit.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1139165347.jpg

PorscheGuy79 02-05-2006 10:26 AM

I <3 orange 911s

Zeke 02-05-2006 10:37 AM

Very nice, Guenter.

Allenk 02-05-2006 10:59 AM

That looks sweet!!!!!!!!!!

Mike O'Meara 02-05-2006 04:13 PM

Check this out
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/226393-73-rs-bumper-ends-extensions.html

Allenk 02-05-2006 05:58 PM

That looks like a different style bumper. The extention would seem to be more difficult using an early bumper.


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