GTO Rear valance issues
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GTO Rear valance issues
I always hear of everyone needing this part. Unfortunately I am one of those people. I have already purchased the worlds most expensive piece of plastic, but I am needing the mounting hardware. Anyone got a schematic or part number or even a link where I can buy the clips to mount this thing? I really never want to have to buy it again, so I want the best possible way to mount it, even if it means something aftermarket. I want to get it mounted back on soon because I am too embarrased to take the GTO out without the valance on. I'm ready to get it back out on the street.
On a side note, mine came off by going 130 MPH and I guess the wind ripped it right off. Is this also how everyone else is losing theirs? Just curious and any help would be greatly appreciated.
On a side note, mine came off by going 130 MPH and I guess the wind ripped it right off. Is this also how everyone else is losing theirs? Just curious and any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I just finished putting everything back together. I used 1/4-20 stainless bolts , washers, and nylock nuts. The bolts were 3/4" long. I removed the rear bumper and installed it offline and then re installed the bumper with the valance attached to it. I couldnt see using any zip ties anywhere because after tightening down the nuts and bolts the only way the valance is coming off is with the entire rear bumper, and if that happens, I have a bigger problem than a valance. I feel waaaay more comfortable having it installed this way. Also, there is no way in hell anyone can come steal it either! After having to foot the bill for it, I would reccommend everyone go out and change out the hardware. Thanks for the help guys!
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Lost valance
I always hear of everyone needing this part. Unfortunately I am one of those people. I have already purchased the worlds most expensive piece of plastic, but I am needing the mounting hardware. Anyone got a schematic or part number or even a link where I can buy the clips to mount this thing? I really never want to have to buy it again, so I want the best possible way to mount it, even if it means something aftermarket. I want to get it mounted back on soon because I am too embarrased to take the GTO out without the valance on. I'm ready to get it back out on the street.
On a side note, mine came off by going 130 MPH and I guess the wind ripped it right off. Is this also how everyone else is losing theirs? Just curious and any help would be greatly appreciated.
On a side note, mine came off by going 130 MPH and I guess the wind ripped it right off. Is this also how everyone else is losing theirs? Just curious and any help would be greatly appreciated.
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A lot of guys will remove the tow brace and leave the fairing loose. As it moves around, it eventually cuts through the plastic hardware and can fall off. Back in the day, I made billet aluminum kits to fasten the parts securely. Everyone should take a peek at this area, in addition to the other part.