Small bumper tuck

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  1. maverick93

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    Has anyone taken the already small bumpers, cut and shorten the brackets just a little bit to bring them a little closer to the body? Its been something I've wanted to try, just wanna see if anyone's done that.
     
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    I haven't...go for it...:thumbs2:
     
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    be easier to redrill the mounting holes
     
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    or...elongate...them...:yup:
     
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    Maybe I'm just used to looking at Mustangs, but to me the frt bumper on early Mavericks actually looks like it needs to stick out more forward.
     
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    Bumper Tuck

    I've done it years ago on a 75 Comet .. turned out great , eventually I changed to a Small Bumper Setup front and rear and chucked the other bumpers. It's not that difficult .. Take measurements , and I suggest a few photos of the location of the brackets where they mount to the frame .. this will help when you reposition the brackets. I wish you success .. ( It's easier when you have a friend help with the removal and reinstall)..

     
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    bumper tuck ( addendum)

    Just realized you already HAVE the small bumpers .. I haven't moved them from the original positions .. I think they look o.k. as is


     
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