gpr

iTrader: (6)

I have a couple questions about filling and fixing plastic bumpers. On the camaro i want to fill and smooth out the mounting locations for license plate etc... that are on the front bumper. What would be best to fill in the holes? I don't think bondo would be good on a flexible bumper.

Secondly i am going to put some RS ground effects on. However the ones on that mount to the front bumper have the mounting tab loop broken. Is there any epoxy out there i could form, sand/shape, and drill a new hole to fix the mounting tab? I was told mix-max bumper repair would work great for this? Any suggestions from the experts out there?

ROCNDAV

iTrader: (100)

Autozone sells this two tube epoxy looking stuff called flexible plastic (or bumper?) repair for $6 or $7. Walmart has the same thing for $3

I've used it to repair rips in my front bumper cover, and it is strong and yet flexible. A minor fender bender a few months later didn't break it back open.

gpr

iTrader: (6)

would this work to fill in a missing chuck? one of the area's has completely broken off and i need something to rebuild that area to make it look fine.

also can this flexible plastic repair be painted over?

thanks for the advice!

ROCNDAV

iTrader: (100)

Yes, it definitely can be sanded and painted over. If you have the pieces, you can reattach them with it as well. I'd do a quick tack in a few places, holding it together with c clamps or something similar.

Then do a section at a time (you only have about 3-5 minutes to work with each batch you mix up).

I tend to use a dremel or sander to rough up the inside of the rip/tear/crack and fill it in.
Once hardened/dried I work on the outside (painted side).

gpr

iTrader: (6)

Well the front ground affects I think this stuff will work on to rebuild the mounting tabs.

However in the rear there is actually a chunck missing that i need to use some sort of material or epoxy to rebuild it. it doesn't sound like this would be the ticket. I thought fiber glass would work perfect but researching it, sounds like it doesn't stick to plastic.... s

freefallen.1

3m makes the best stuff designed just for it. I forget the part number but can get it if you want. Use the right stuff and dont worry about wally stuff.

gpr

iTrader: (6)

Yeah if you could get me the part number and name of the 3m stuff i would appreciate it. I have been looking at the 3m stuff but wasn't sure what ot use, they make so many different products.

Also will this 3m stuff allow me to re-create sections that are missing? basically on the rear valence of the rs kit the bottom ledge has about a 3inch long by 1 inch wide section broken off. I would like to find something to essentially make a new piece and fill in that section that is broken off.

sjsingle1

iTrader: (1)

find a auto body supply house and they will hook you up with the 3M products you need.......thats what i did.......and they are not cheap

Flip

Have it plastic welded..You will never have a problem with it..

Fastride500

iTrader: (2)

Stick with the 3M much easier to work with.

Flip

I bet a local bodyshop would do it cheap for you than buying the 3m stuff to do it yourself..

RyanJM

Ok let see plastic welding is ok but a pain.3m does make good stuff but I woyld recommend SEM brand the gun and tubes are cheaper and works the same. Quick 20 or problem plastic both work well there is also a quick 50 if you want a fast set but.not as fast as quick 20. I use is to fixed cracked bumpers, install body kits, and make new tabs..