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Old 07-29-14 | 06:53 PM
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Default Rear Bumper Clip on Driver Side

Hey guys, the front of the rear bumper on the driver's side is loose from the main body. The clip on the bumper is ripped from where it tore. I've gone ahead and bought the clips and everything from Lexus near me, but need to know the best epoxy or glue to reconnect the clip area on the bumper so I can apply the clips.

Is the bumper on that spot (the back side of it, not the painted exterior, if that makes sense) fiber glass? ABS? Some other plastic? Thanks!
Old 07-29-14 | 07:02 PM
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permanent glue would be the gorilla glue...
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Originally Posted by warandcar
permanent glue would be the gorilla glue...
Gorilla Glue or the Gorilla Super Glue?

Different compounds...
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either. they both make a solid connection that is permanent. just make sure to let it dry well...
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Loctite super glue plastic bonding system

http://www.loctiteproducts.com/p/sg_...ing-System.htm
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Like Mistahoo suggested, get a good plastic welder. They are a two part system specifically designed for joining plastic together.
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Originally Posted by avs20
Like Mistahoo suggested, get a good plastic welder. They are a two part system specifically designed for joining plastic together.
Definitely. You'd want to avoid superglue because it'll crack up and the bond will become brittle. The clip will just fall off again. Had too many experiences with superglue not holding plastics together lol
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