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Old 05-02-12, 05:39 PM
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Hey guys, Question!!


i got raped like some buyers from the dealership. i got the front license plate installed. and i really want to find something that can help plug them up. done some research with aerotect and bumperplugs.com and gosh those prices are outrageous.

any feedback please? i need these holes plugged up


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those bumper plugs are cheaper than re spraying the bumper
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A hello Kitty sticker on a rocket will do the trick.
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Originally Posted by kingster
A hello Kitty sticker on a rocket will do the trick.
That's a good one!
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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...per-plugs.html

Check that thread ^ I did it with my car (Obsidian) and it looks perfect! plus it didn't cost much. Under $15
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Aerotect sells bumper plugs for that issue.
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No, go to autozone they sell those 2 little bumper filler like 2$, use a small knife to clean out the holes, sand down those bumper filler and using your touch up paint same as color of your car. Use 4 or 5 coats, install it with a bit of super glue to fill up. Here is the finished.

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http://www.bumperplugs.com/BPindex.html

Try these guys, I just ordered them for mine. They come custom painted to your color car. Kind of expensive, but far less than fixing the bumper.
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thanks guys for all your input :P i work right down the street from NAPA parts so i might just try that idea and get some clips and painting it..


so all i gotta do is sand down the volcanoes a bit? or should i just use something sharp like an exacto knife and try and get it as flat as possible and pray to god i dont mess up lol
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You can drill them out a bit if the plug you are using is bigger, that should help with the volcanos. Put masking take around on the paint to protect it. Several layers to be on the safe side.
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