Trying to unplug ´74 rear bumper

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  1. FinnMav

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    Can someone tell me, that how I get those brackets out ? I´ve taken bumper away and after that 2 bolts (and of course one of them snapped) but those brackets won´t come out. They spin around and around but that´s it. What am I not getting here?

    HELP!! :slap:

    I´ll try to add picture, needs some beer and learning.....:cheers2:

    EDIT: I´m a fast learner :D

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  2. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    There is also a bolt at the rear. Look above the leaf spring rear shackle.

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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    WARNING: That bolt may just snap off as well. I would suggest removing the rubber plug on the trunk floor above that bolt and soaking the threads with some PB Blaster.
     
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    THANKS!

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    And with these advises, bolts came off really nicely. Thanks again!
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    Glad I could help.
     
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