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Old 03-23-2015, 06:48 PM
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Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

I've been looking EVERYWHERE for a reproduction front bumper cover for my Trans Am but nobody supplies them anymore even though it seemed like everyone was carrying them just a few years ago. Does anyone know where I can purchase one or when they will be going back into production? I know classic industries says their manufacturer is retooling theirs but has no idea how long it will take.
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Re: Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

I sent one back to Classic,I'm glad there retooling because they had a nice one,shame it didn't workout.
Old 03-23-2015, 07:05 PM
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Re: Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

I have a reconditioned one with the VK3(License Plate Front Mount)but the shipping would be unforgiving.
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Re: Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

Thanks for the offer mantaguy but the reason I'm looking for a reproduction one is to eliminate the holes on the front bumper as I want to have a flip up/hideaway license plate setup. I love the look of the bumper without the bracket attached
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Re: Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

If they're making a new mold for these, they should really consider adding some kind of structure to the flat sections in the center, to prevent warping. I wish GM had thought of that :/
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Yep,that was definitely caused by the front license plate,
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Re: Reproduction 85-90 TA front bumper?

They should repro the 91/92 bumper as well. It was hell trying to get one with no cracks/tears/rips and even then it was warped in places and still had to be totally reconditioned by a urethane bumper specialist.
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