canucklehead Posted February 16, 2005 Share Posted February 16, 2005 (edited) Has anyone have any experience with this aftermarket bumper stuff... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...&category=33640 I am wondering if it is better to go with this or with custom tube job. Thanks in advance. Edited February 17, 2005 by canucklehead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
statikuz Posted February 16, 2005 Share Posted February 16, 2005 Well obviously the aftermarket factory replacement stuff is most likely going to be cheaper although not as stout as a custom job. Depends what you want. You do know that's just the end cap on that auction, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklehead Posted February 17, 2005 Author Share Posted February 17, 2005 oh yeah I know that it just an end piece. I was just curious about quality from this supplier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Pickles Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I can't talk for the quality of the supplier, but I have an aftermarket bumper chrome bumper installed by the body shop after the front end was mildy crunched, and the fit wasn't that great. Then they found a different chrome end from a different aftermarket supplier to replace a rusted one that wasn't damaged, and they said they did this as a favor without letting the insurance company know. But it is a horrible fit. If you're going to replace a piece of the bumper, especially for rust, I bet the rest of it isn't far behind. I'd say replace it all at once that may not line up perfectly with the stock one, but at least will all fit together decently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
br2an Posted February 21, 2005 Share Posted February 21, 2005 I bought an aftermarket front bumper (two end caps plus the center) for around $120 CA from a local parts store and the quality was BAD! It fit ok but started to rust the first month I put it on (January). I know our winters out here on the east coast are hard on vehicles because of the salt and all but I still was not impressed. I also bought a rear endcap from the dealer for around $50 CA. It didn't look any better than the aftermarket when they were in the box but now it still looks new, no surface rust at all. I guess you do get what you pay for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucklehead Posted February 21, 2005 Author Share Posted February 21, 2005 Thanks for the input. My suspicions are confirmed. Does anyone have any pics/designs of custom jobs? I am mostly concerned with how to handle the "wrap" around the corners. Ideas anyone? :help: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airrun2002 Posted February 21, 2005 Share Posted February 21, 2005 I have my hand made grille guard if you want pics of that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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