Tips for narrowing Front Bumper

[68GT500KR_Vert]

I bought what were supposed to be the best 68 bumpers on the market. They are about an inch too wide on both sides to attach to the side bumper brackets. I plan on cutting an inch off each side and welding them back together.

I haven't done this before, my body guys says he has, but I want to make sure I know its done right.

Does anyone have a link to a good video or web page or can give me some tips.

 

[horse sence]

I believe the bumper is spread out to far ,with the help of my brother we centered our last bumper on a wood post and gently pulled in towards eack other ,it bent very easily and doesnt take much to pull it in

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

I believe the bumper is spread out to far ,with the help of my brother we centered our last bumper on a wood post and gently pulled in towards eack other ,it bent very easily and doesnt take much to pull it in

Thanks

 

[tos]

Yeah as with many repro parts, these bumpers are stamped out and need tweeking when you get them. My rear bumper was twisted like a twizler but a little handworking it now fits better than the original did.

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

I don't think they can be tweaked. It's way off. Also noticed a bend by the middle.

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

Horse, should I try ordering a different one?

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

Based on the angles, it looks like a should take between a 1 and 1.5 inches out of each side to the outside of the inner bumper bolts. Then all the angles in the nose would match.

 

[horse sence]

That bumper is way off

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

That bumper is way off

Yeah, that's what I've been saying.

Should I cut it up and rechrome or just order a new one? Any suggestion on where to buy?

I was also thinking about just buying front and back fiberglass. Easier to mod and just paint.

 

[tos]

If you have the ability to cut it and custom fit it then i would go for it. Otherwise send it back and try a different manufacturer.

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

Can one of you tell me how wide the front bumper should be? I want to measure mine at the tips and compare.

 

[horse sence]

I dont have an origional here or i would get you a measurement ,i think they should be around 3/4 inch at the sides though because they were close enough that it was hard to get the carage bolt unless the bracket was bolted to the bumper first

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

I did a bunch of research. From what I read, the original bumpers are 65.25" from inside to inside of returns, most of the repos are 66 to 66.5". I think it makes most sense to buy a new one. This one is a noridian I should about 11 years ago, it's about 2" too wide if I want it snug (.25") from the fender.

Any suggestions on where to buy? I hear NPD has the best.

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

I just measured it, it's 66 3/4 wide. So an 1.5" wider than stock.

 

[68GT500KR_Vert]

So much better after cutting it down. Didn't take long to do. Welded them on the front and back side. Also had to lengthen the holes on the bumper brackets to get the fitment right. Next, sanding them down and primer. Will be painted body color.

 

[Realmongo]

The fit looks good now!

I'm so glad I had both of my original bumpers re-chromed.