Dick Harrell Front Bumper Project (tons of pics) - Page 2

hlaalu · 02-12-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by PERFECT Z28

Looks like 'kitty hair'...that does have a little flex.

Just don't go running into things...lol...not that you will.

There was a thread on here that showed some guy theu retro'd a '73 Camaro grille into his 4th gen.

His car domain showed his steps and mentioned the products he used to make it fit.

I'd link you the thread, but the SEARCH isn't working right now...

hmmm that would be nice to look at. so far i think im going to buy a sheet of foam, maybe 3 or 4 inches thick and however wide the bumper is, attach it to the bumper with the body kit off, and start shaping it by hand.

transam5.7lt1 · 02-12-2009, 05:02 PM

It sure will be a good project.

slammed1500 · 02-12-2009, 10:22 PM

what r u trying 2 do ? mold it in

the fiber glass is not going 2 stick 2 the urethane bumper

u will need something from 3M or SEM witch have products 4 urethane

chrysler kid · 02-12-2009, 10:43 PM

pop rivits. use a bunch of them, then smooth them over with bondo

fast01z28 · 02-12-2009, 10:54 PM

to keep the shape of the fog light holes use PVC piping. it comes in several diameters, im sure theres one close enough.

You could always make the first one out of fiberglass or a combo of materials, then have it reproduced. that way you can get it in urethane or something.

00 black ss · 02-13-2009, 11:55 AM

does anybody make or sell flared quarter panels for the camaro like those?

PERFECT Z28 · 02-13-2009, 11:58 AM

^ ebay

00 black ss · 02-13-2009, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by PERFECT Z28

^ ebay

just looked couldnt find it. do you have a link to it?

PERFECT Z28 · 02-13-2009, 12:58 PM

PM sent

hlaalu · 02-18-2009, 05:37 PM

well i was going to get started on this over the weekend, but it looks like whoever put on the wings west piece used a plastic weld or something so every inch or so is a "plastic nail" type thing. im going to have to spend some time with a razor separating the two.

ZexGX · 03-12-2009, 06:32 PM

I demand an update!

TORCHD 02 TA · 03-12-2009, 06:42 PM

In. Curious as to the what the outcome will be

vert_z · 03-12-2009, 10:53 PM

All i ask is once you do it.....REPRODUCE IT!!!! Sign me and about ten people i know up for one. ;-)

The Crazy Sweed · 03-13-2009, 08:23 AM

Awesome! Keep us posted.

Nick_Rapitis · 03-13-2009, 11:54 AM

subscribed

PERFECT Z28 · 03-20-2009, 04:06 PM

...still waiting buddy...

hlaalu · 04-12-2009, 03:54 PM

alright sorry it took forever for the updates, been really busy with school and a whole lot of other stuff. Finally "freed" the bumper from the body kit piece and I'm going to work on the shape right now and I will update with pictures tonight

Brangeta · 04-12-2009, 04:34 PM

I think if you're going to bother doing this, you might as well go the extra mile and really make it a REALLY impressive custom bumper, and make it like the Sunoco Camaro.

Recess the grill!

hlaalu · 04-12-2009, 06:19 PM

yea that can be done pretty easy later on, i would just have to cut out the middle of the bumper it seems.

right now i'm trying to focus on the lip that comes out

hlaalu · 04-13-2009, 02:48 AM

Alright, finally have some pics to show you guys

started with a big foam sheet, turned that into a big foam block, and came up with a rough shape:

a little more shaping:

and these are when i called it a night. still need to work on the curves a bit more, then hopefully i will get started with the fiberglass/resin/bondo work