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Old 07-14-13, 10:09 AM
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Default Saggy bumper after 2012 headlamp install

Hey guys
My bumper is a bit saggy
Ive taken it off and reinstalled it and still cant get it right

any ideas?

Im thinking it may have to do with the bracket around the light assuming the bumper clips to it?
Old 07-14-13, 12:55 PM
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Mine is the same, not really noticeable unless your looking for it
Old 07-14-13, 01:13 PM
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Yup bracket related

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Old 07-14-13, 01:23 PM
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If the bumper tab is not locking in under the headlights (snap bracket) it will sag...

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Old 07-14-13, 06:25 PM
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if i go to purchase a new bracket
what year would be best?
just another 08 bracket and modify it ?
or is it possible to get a 2012 bracket to match the lights?
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it looks as tho its locking
the tab seems to be putting to much weight on the bracket and its pulling down slightly
that would be my guess
would it have been possible that i used the wrong 2 screws on the bracket after the cutting mod?
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Weird mine still fits perfect just like before.
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mines a lil saggy on one side. i'm missing clips. gotta take it off and see which bumper clips i need their are all different
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In my case its almost as if the bracket is pulling away from the light under the load

heres a pic that probably doesnt help much
its about even on both sides
Im not sure if clips are involved
assuming the bumper just clips into the bracket
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