I thought ya'll might be interested, with all of the talk about lust for those rad bumpers. I too lusted after these but after Kyle told me the cost I realized that I would have to settle for NOS. But I got to thinking, is not American steel as good if not better that German steel? (except for Pintos and Pacers...but lets not forget the VW Dasher) My point is Why not have some made here. I took the picture from the PZ web site to a couple of welders and got some estimates for custom bumpers, then as if an answer to my prayers I received that post from Michael Sullivan with diagram and measurements. I faxed it to more welders and as we speak I am having "knock-offs" made. I will let everyone know how they turn out. I am having mounts for fog lights welded on the front and a 2" inch receiver integrated into the rear ( thanks for the idea Jim ) Total cost is $650 plus the cost having them powder-coated. I'll try to post some pictures when completed. Or Check 'em out at next years Syncro-Safari. Leif Paulsen '91 Westy; sold monday ;-( '86 Syncro GL "Thor" Take a Liking to a Viking Because Leif Landed First |
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