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Old 03-14-2007, 09:40 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Bumper install hint

For those doing a bumper install I have an easy way to trim the wheel well plastic. Use a torch to heat the blade on a utility knife. With the knife hot it slices through the plastic like butter. You need to stop often and reheat but it makes the job real easy and you have lots of control.
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Old 03-14-2007, 09:54 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Bumper install hint

Did mine this way as well. Worked like a charm.
Highly recommend this method.
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Did this too. Works great.
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Great tip. Thanks.
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Thanks for info, I'm doing mine this weekend
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Re: Bumper install hint

Aviation or Tin Snips work well too. I used these and was able to get my wheel liners cut perfect.
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Aviation or Tin Snips work well too. I used these and was able to get my wheel liners cut perfect.
What I did also, and was happy with the result.
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Aviation or Tin Snips work well too. I used these and was able to get my wheel liners cut perfect.
As I do own tin snips and do not own a blowtorch at present, I think I will be going this route.

Thanks for both tips though!
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Great tip. I'll remember this come bumper install time!! Thanks
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As I do own tin snips and do not own a blowtorch at present, I think I will be going this route.

Thanks for both tips though!
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