Bumper Tab Relocation
02-28-12, 10:38 AM
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ok, I did this mod, heated and pushed in the fender liner in that area. I got a little more clearance. However now my tire is rubbing on fender liner where the large metal bracket and black plastic area that is sandwiched in between the metal bracket and fender. What is the proper procedure to modify or remove this and allow for more clearance? I bent the bracket a little bit to allow for more clearance and it appears to have pushed my bumper slighly away from the fender edge. I don't want to remove a part that supports the fitment and correct body panel alignment of the bumper/fender. I did notice that there are some bolts that hold the bracket in place, however I can't confirm that it is only 2 bolts that is holding it secure.
Last edited by B16A2NR; 02-28-12 at 01:59 PM.
02-28-12, 02:56 PM
#32
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ok, I did this mod, heated and pushed in the fender liner in that area. I got a little more clearance. However now my tire is rubbing on fender liner where the large metal bracket and black plastic area that is sandwiched in between the metal bracket and fender. What is the proper procedure to modify or remove this and allow for more clearance? I bent the bracket a little bit to allow for more clearance and it appears to have pushed my bumper slighly away from the fender edge. I don't want to remove a part that supports the fitment and correct body panel alignment of the bumper/fender. I did notice that there are some bolts that hold the bracket in place, however I can't confirm that it is only 2 bolts that is holding it secure.
1. Take it to the body shop then cut whatever youre rubbing and add some bumper support deeper inside of the bumper.
2. RAISE YOUR CAR!
If you wanna drive low, you gotta deal with it. Majority of us have already gotten used to the rubbing.
Last edited by steezy; 02-28-12 at 02:59 PM.
02-28-12, 03:06 PM
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I just want to know what the metal bracket and black plastic piece are designed to do, so I can figure out a solution that replaces whatever it does. I post here on the forum, because there are plenty of members with more experience who went through the same troubleshooting and could point me in the right direction without a smart *** response, saving me hours of goofing around. Isn't that the point of the internet? If you don't know what the bracket does then don't respond.
02-28-12, 03:16 PM
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I just want to know what the metal bracket and black plastic piece are designed to do, so I can figure out a solution that replaces whatever it does. I post here on the forum, because there are plenty of members with more experience who went through the same troubleshooting and could point me in the right direction without a smart *** response, saving me hours of goofing around. Isn't that the point of the internet? If you don't know what the bracket does then don't respond.
People seen my car and how my fitment is. I've experience quite a lot and asked quite a lot. And trust me people will give you more dumbass answers when you need tons of help here.
03-28-12, 06:26 PM
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First of all "aloha and shaka" to you since I'm originally from Hawaii.
Second, I disagree with your statement ..."people will give you more dumbass answers when you need tons of help here". People on this forum are very helpful ...especially the OG members. Just gotta be more patient with other members. This mod can be done without having to go to a shop or raising your car. Thats what this forum is about ...to share info/experience and help each other.
03-28-12, 07:06 PM
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This is the only picture you guys need. When i did the mod i wasnt to sure what I needed to trim until i peeled the fender liner back and located this bumper/fender tab. Once i was sitting there looking at it, it was obvious what i needed to trim off and where i needed to drill a hole for a stainless steel bolt/washers and locking nut.
I suggest drilling the new hole for a bolt/nut before cutting off the additional metal of the tab.
Last edited by is150; 03-28-12 at 07:20 PM.
03-28-12, 07:17 PM
#41
I just want to know what the metal bracket and black plastic piece are designed to do, so I can figure out a solution that replaces whatever it does. I post here on the forum, because there are plenty of members with more experience who went through the same troubleshooting and could point me in the right direction without a smart *** response, saving me hours of goofing around. Isn't that the point of the internet? If you don't know what the bracket does then don't respond.
Like I stated in the above post, just go out there and take a look at the bracket. Using the picture above as a guide, its self explanatory of what needs to be shaved and where to drill a hole.
Last edited by is150; 03-28-12 at 07:21 PM.
05-17-12, 01:16 AM
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Braddah Steezy,
First of all "aloha and shaka" to you since I'm originally from Hawaii.
Second, I disagree with your statement ..."people will give you more dumbass answers when you need tons of help here". People on this forum are very helpful ...especially the OG members. Just gotta be more patient with other members. This mod can be done without having to go to a shop or raising your car. Thats what this forum is about ...to share info/experience and help each other.
First of all "aloha and shaka" to you since I'm originally from Hawaii.
Second, I disagree with your statement ..."people will give you more dumbass answers when you need tons of help here". People on this forum are very helpful ...especially the OG members. Just gotta be more patient with other members. This mod can be done without having to go to a shop or raising your car. Thats what this forum is about ...to share info/experience and help each other.