Title: separating bumpers Post by: GMHwagoon on March 06, 2011, 01:25:33 PM I need to separate my bumper bar one section has rust what is the best way to do this, l can see the rivets have been spread at the ends do l need to grind these off do you replace these rivets or just go for a nut and bolt will the nut and bolt hold alright thanks greg Title: Re: separating bumpers Post by: zulu on March 06, 2011, 01:37:24 PM Hi Greg, At least it's a good sign that you still have your original bumper bar/s = no major prangs.
I've always drilled mine out, you will need a nice sharp drill bit, about 5/16 ? or maybe a little smaller in case you miss the centre of the rivet, then replace with nuts & bolts. Gary Title: Re: separating bumpers Post by: GMHwagoon on March 06, 2011, 01:43:20 PM thanks gary
that seemed like the best way to me greg |