WTB: Plastic Bumper Conversion

[newman]

I'm looking for a set of plastic bumpers and all the associated hardware for the conversion. I think i can get the rear apron, so i need the 4 bumpers, all the trim and the shocks.

I don't care what color it is, but would prefer it be as close to buffalo, NY as possible.

Thanks!

[newman]

bump. Haven't been looking in a long time... let me know if you have anything available.

[e30Matt]

edit: Nevermind, found another thread you posted pics in. Nice swap.

[newman]

not done yet:

http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=32022

[newman]

ALSO: I have an 87, can i retain my front lower valence?

[brandondan1]

Assuming you mean the sheet metal valance, and not an iS/eS airdam, then yes, you can bolt on a plastic bumper. You may need to drill an extra hole so you can bolt the side brackets on correctly. Also, it will probably look like ass lol.

Not that you can't attach an early airdam to a plastic bumper, but you have to use some ingenuity when mounting it.

[newman]

Assuming you mean the sheet metal valance, and not an iS/eS airdam, then yes, you can bolt on a plastic bumper. You may need to drill an extra hole so you can bolt the side brackets on correctly. Also, it will probably look like ass lol.

Not that you can't attach an early airdam to a plastic bumper, but you have to use some ingenuity when mounting it.

I have the plastic IS airdam. Can i use that with a plastic bumper conversion? I have already trimmed this for the intercooler...

I have this airdam:

[brandondan1]

Yeah, it's possible, but like I said, it's gonna require a little ingenuity.

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=66579&highlight=plastic+bumper+early+valance

is a writeup on how to do it.

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=75703

are pics of a member who has done the same thing.

Seems like a lot of effort for what you get IMO. I would just sell the early one and buy a late valance. However, if you like the look, then by all means, do it.

[thereisnoyun]

I can get my hands on a rear plastic bumper. It comes off a red car, so you'll have to paint it.