bumper conversion!

finally decided i think im gonna do the bumper conversion from big to short. any one know of anywhere to buy new short bumpers? Chrome or fiberglass, as im not sure as what im gonna use. But are there any shops who make new bumpers for the mavericks? Thanks

 

Sorry, but no one is currently reproducing the smaller bumpers. Sometimes you may see NOS bumpers on ebay. Another option is to find a used set and have them rechromed yourself. I believe their are some fiberglass ones being made, and someone else here should be able to help you on that option.

 

The supply of small bumpers has apparently dried up. I haven't been able to find any for months, literally. I have several people who I have been trying to find them for with absolutely no success. I've been advising anyone who inquires that if you have a decent core, get it rechromed. Make sure you look into the shop's reputation before you do this. There are cores available if yours are damaged. Rust and pitting doesn't count. Stay away from Bumper Boyz. Although I have no personal experience, I've heard little good from past customers of their's. Also shop for price. There is no set price for rechroming. When I was looking into getting my big bumpers done, I got prices from $250 to $450 each. The best price I got was from Qual Krome in Erie, PA. They are supposed to have a decent reputation.

 

yea its sad the small bumpers are disappearing. i cant standt he gaudy look of big bumpers too!

but yea if i have to stick witht he big's i need them rechromed. grr

 

I could hook you up with some decent cores that need to be rechromed in a few weeks if you can wait that long.

-Todd

 

The website for fiberglass bumpers is www.up22.com . I copied a small part of there products so you can get an idea of what they have. Hope it helps, Big BLock Mav.

MA-106R/L Right and Left Headlight Buckets (ups ok) Each 35.00
MA-103 Maverick Panel behind bumper 64" x 4-1/4" 34.95
MA-104 Maverick Front lower gravel pan (ups ok) 79.95
MA-105 Maverick Trunk lid (pin on) (Not Grabber) 119.95
MA-105H Maverick Trunk lid, bolt on (Not Grabber) 129.95
MA-107 Maverick Rear Gravel Pan (ups ok) 49.95 3
MA-110 Maverick Front bumper, 1970 - 1972 fiberglass 85.00
MA-111 Maverick Rear bumper, 1970 - 1972 fiberglass 85.00
MA-174 Maverick Rear Spoiler, 3 piece 99.95

 

I found a early front bumper for my 75 Comet. Recromed, it was $300 including shipping. Is that too much?

 

I figure about $200 just in replating one. So with shipping the $300 sounds like a fair deal.
Dan

 

My Autokrafters catalog shows they have them. I think they are around $300 with a $150 core?

 

havent been to the forums in awhile, but was wondering if anyone has a pic of a mav with the fiberglass bumpers? Thanks.

 

I am trying to restore my 1973 maverick. Does anyone know where I can find the chrome trim for the hood lip?

 

Post in the wanted section, someone will have one, or EBay . What this has to do with a bumper conversion, I don't know...