Date:         Tue, 19 Jul 2005 22:31:50 -0700
Reply-To:     Keith Ovregaard <kovregaard@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         Keith Ovregaard <kovregaard@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: body shop recommendations?
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Forgot to mention that the front tow hook (loop) was cut off in order
to fit the Big Bumper support brackets to the frame. I think this was
not necessary and could have been avoided with some tweaking or better
designed bracket. However, working with Peter at Volkscafe was a
pleasure. He is a knowledgeable and fair guy. Will do business with him
again for sure.

Keith O



On Jul 19, 2005, at 10:18 PM, Keith Ovregaard wrote:

> I have a set of the volkscafe Big Bumpers on my 84 Westy and I am
> pretty happy with them. Never have compared to the Projectzwo bumpers
> which I hear are no longer available, but I would guess the Big Bumpers
> are not quite as well designed or finished. They come either unpainted
> or with a spray-can black gloss paint job. So don't expect a great
> finish. I was OK with that because they will get dinged up and I want
> to be able to do easy touch up with a spray can. Also, the diamond
> plate option for the front is a nice look, but is only held on by 2
> bolts and relies on support from the body protrusion behind the bumper.
> It started to rattle in the wind right away, so I took it off and laid
> down a continuous strip of that rubber tape for the diamond plate to
> rest on. I'd say they are a bit expensive for what they are, but looks
> good. Check it out here: <http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2054316>
>
> Keith O
>
>
> On Jul 19, 2005, at 9:32 PM, mario m wrote:
>
>>  I am looking for a  body shop recommendation in Santa Cruz. I am
>> lucky enough to have someone volunteer to repaint my '91 gl by ramming
>> me with her 04 lexus. Her insurance will also be buying me another
>> front bumper, wow that fiberglass is expensive -$844 from the dealer.
>> I am considering upgrading, do any volkscafe big bumper owners have
>> anything BAD to say about those bumpers. Are there any other options
>> for front bumpers? I have seen replacement rear bumpers from several
>> vendors.
>>
>> Mario
>>
>