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FYI, There Is A Polyurethane AC/Shine Bumper Now.

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Old 01-16-16, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by gerrb
Will definitely put a big smile on my face even if they are stock 2jzgte for now...
Yes, it must be so difficult to enjoy a 2jzgte.
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Originally Posted by eknine9
Yes, it must be so difficult to enjoy a 2jzgte.
Been wanting to have an AC style body kit for the longest time I can remember but I couldn't wrap my mind on a $2000+ body kit made of fiberglass . I was always bad with fiberglass kits .

Just knowing the poly-urethane version is coming , already puts a big smile on my face . It makes the SC a better looking and valuable car with the 2jzgte .
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Gerry you are love that bumper, I do hope they go ahead with the rears and side in ploy too. Call me when you get back in town.
Old 01-18-16, 05:15 AM
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Is a simple, commercially available "flex agent" is all that is added to OEM paint on poly bumpers to make the paint last through 20 years of flex without cracking? My stock bumpers don't have a crack after 20 years. Id like to find that mix.
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Originally Posted by Studiogeek
Is a simple, commercially available "flex agent" is all that is added to OEM paint on poly bumpers to make the paint last through 20 years of flex without cracking? My stock bumpers don't have a crack after 20 years. Id like to find that mix.
Paint has come such a long way since 20 years ago. Are you looking to paint it yourself? Opinions may vary but my stance on flex additive is that it's a "retarder" useful in the amount of time between spraying and vehicle reassembly.
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Originally Posted by Revive
Paint has come such a long way since 20 years ago.
This. Many high quality paints actually come with a flex agent already in it, as do many primers.

There's a difference between a collision shop and a custom shop, so ask if they've worked with urethane before and you'll be fine.
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Originally Posted by APTech
This. Many high quality paints actually come with a flex agent already in it, as do many primers.

There's a difference between a collision shop and a custom shop, so ask if they've worked with urethane before and you'll be fine.
Wow!
I can't imagine better than perfect after 20 years but I'll take it! Whatever was being used is great!
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Originally Posted by BiGEZ
Gerry you are love that bumper, I do hope they go ahead with the rears and side in ploy too. Call me when you get back in town.
I sure will enjoy this kit Eldon. You can call me , back in town.

Any pictures from those who have received their front bumpers ?
Old 01-19-16, 02:20 PM
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I'd be curious to see the design without the upper grille.....for those of us that like the pre 97 style
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Originally Posted by CatManD3W
I'd be curious to see the design without the upper grille.....for those of us that like the pre 97 style
One of my local guys was just talking about doing this. If he sends me pics i will definitely post them up!
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Received my bumper yesterday! Its a little weird getting a bumper in a box that size all folded up haha but will get some test fit pictures sunday when I can drill holes and have daylight pictures.
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Originally Posted by ZachTriggs
Received my bumper yesterday! Its a little weird getting a bumper in a box that size all folded up haha but will get some test fit pictures sunday when I can drill holes and have daylight pictures.
poly-urethane baby .... flexible so it should not crack when folded or rolled, hahaha.

I am curious how big was the box ?
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in for pics
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Originally Posted by gerrb
poly-urethane baby .... flexible so it should not crack when folded or rolled, hahaha.

I am curious how big was the box ?
A little smaller than this.....


And regrettably NOT gift wrapped
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Originally Posted by ZachTriggs
Received my bumper yesterday! Its a little weird getting a bumper in a box that size all folded up haha but will get some test fit pictures sunday when I can drill holes and have daylight pictures.
Folded up? I was afraid of this. I hope it didn't leave creases or any indentations.


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