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Old 23 July 2017 | 02:19 PM
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Hi does anyone else have big gaps around the bumper on there blobs like on mine under the headlights I can get my fingers in there and bu the arch it has a lot of play where that screw clip goes
Old 23 July 2017 | 06:09 PM
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Hi does anyone else have big gaps around the bumper on there blobs like on mine under the headlights I can get my fingers in there and bu the arch it has a lot of play where that screw clip goes
A couple of pics will help get a response.
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Old 23 July 2017 | 07:08 PM
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There is always a small gap between the bumper and body mate, especially where the bottom of the headlight meets the bumper (that's usually a bit of a bigger gap). I'd say that your bumper is hanging a bit lower than normal. Check the mounting points and make sure everything is tightened properly.

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Ok thanks mate those screw clips by the arches don't seem very secure I put new ones in today they seem to flap around a bit , might put a bolt and washer in there
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Those gaps are too big. The pics really helped. As said check that everything is tight. Is it possible that it has been bumped in the past and had a rough repair, hope not though.
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Are all the plastic push clips in place along the top of the bumper?
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Yer all the clips are in but seems those screw clips don't get good grip , it's definitely had a slight bump on passenger side
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The bumper mounting bar may be corroded,my classic is similar with the gaps due to a rusty bar,I've got a new one to replace it when I get time.




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