1975 bumper rubber on a 1973?

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  1. rosalindr

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    I've been looking for a center rubber strip for the rear bumper of my 1973 Mav for over a year. There's a 1975 listed on eBay

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...Track=true&ssPageName=VIP:Watchlink:middle:us

    Will this fit my 1973? I don't have the car with me right now to measure the space between the bumper guards, but I think it is 36.5". I know the 1975 bumpers stuck out more than the 1973's, but were the bumper guards and bolt holes in the same places?

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  2. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I would say it won't fit. Even if it did.....It has a different shape and texture from what you need.

    Just keep looking...one will pop up eventually. I am still looking for you.
     
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    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    I think that's what you're looking for Roz! Better not let it get away, especially for that price.
     
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    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    If you don't want it, I'll bid.
     
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  6. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    Yes....it should work
     
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    Man, you should have bid!!!
     
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    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    It's not over yet. :naughty: Just be patient there Dave. She's not after the one in the 1st post. :)
     
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    since 70-73 mavs use the same rear bumper i too think the 2nd ebay link would be what your looking for
     
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    Thanks everyone for the approval. I put in a bid and got it for $24 + $11.50 shipping. He's got another one listed for the same price.

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    I thought the 72 bumper is the same as the 73 too, but I found out the hard way that they are not. I bought a 72 with bumper guards, and while it can fit on a 73, it isn't the same. The one I wanted, which I got from Craig Selvey (thanks!) is wider, sticks out a little further but not as much as a "big bumper," has bigger bumper guards spaced further a part. If you need a 70-72 bumper, I've got one I've been trying to get rid of. :Handshake

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    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    Cool! That was a great buy! (y)
     
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