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Post by Heiner921 on Apr 8, 2016 9:01:16 GMT -5
So i got a bumper of a 77 Lincoln Continental for cheap. looking to put it on a w-body. Are these pretty strong or should i just use the skin and make a home made one? Ive heard some say whey are strong even though its aluminum. All input is appreciated.
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Post by Luke Wells on Apr 9, 2016 3:35:42 GMT -5
If the backing is aluminum, how are you going to weld it on?
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Post by FORNEY00 on Apr 11, 2016 12:50:24 GMT -5
Find a steel backed bumper or make your own. I wouldn't waste a drop of sweat on an aluminum backed bumper except in replacing it with a steel bumper.
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Post by DemolitionMissions on Apr 14, 2016 12:52:29 GMT -5
The 70s ford aluminum bumpers have very thick aluminum backing. I have heard of others getting 1 run out of them before they begin to shatter. Yes keep in mind that it IS aluminum, so it will crack and break apart, instead of bend like a steel bumper. This gives you a higher risk of broken pieces stabbing through your frontend into the radiator.
For a simple bonestock compact derby, it may last the derby. But if you want something for hard hits and continued use...you will need a steel backed bumper.
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