99 spec Bumper any recent experience?
Hi all,
I did check old threads but I wanted check recent experiences. I am looking for 99 spec front bumper and Pettit has urethan version. There are so many variations in eBay. I am wondering if anyone had good experience with aftermarket bumpers say past two years or less. Who did you buy it from? TIA |
The after market ones are all made using the same mold. They also dont have the mounting holes(only markings) for the brackets so id recommend having it professionally installed. Cant go wrong with the stock 99 spec.
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I read somewhere you have to transfer some hardware from the old bumper to new. What is that?
Thanks. |
Originally Posted by mightymikee
(Post 11875336)
Hi all,
I did check old threads but I wanted check recent experiences. I am looking for 99 spec front bumper and Pettit has urethan version. There are so many variations in eBay. I am wondering if anyone had good experience with aftermarket bumpers say past two years or less. Who did you buy it from? TIA |
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I have had the Pettit fiberglass 99 spec bumper on my car for over 8 years. No issues and still looks great.
https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...1&d=1424811763 |
Anyone with urethane version?
Please do share what you get from Pettite! Thanks! |
I have a polyurethane version. No issues
I prefer it over a fiberglass one because I know I would crack it within a week. https://www.rx7club.com/members/mont...mona-45349.jpg |
Originally Posted by mightymikee
(Post 11875422)
I read somewhere you have to transfer some hardware from the old bumper to new. What is that?
Thanks. |
Originally Posted by TomU
(Post 11875800)
For some bumpers (and maybe all), the metal pieces that connect the bumper to the car need to be transferred
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Originally Posted by Montego
(Post 11875634)
I have a polyurethane version. No issues
I prefer it over a fiberglass one because I know I would crack it within a week. |
The reason I went with fiberglass is because I can rework the fiberglass if needed to close up gaps and repair work is easy unlike polyurethane. Also, I've seen horrible pictures of what people said was perfect fitment with the bumper and had sagging around the headlights and gaps between fender and bumper.
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Originally Posted by mightymikee
(Post 11875805)
Can I purchase that separately?
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The urathane does take extra care/fitment, and support in spots as noted. Not quite a factory fit, but I couldn't deal with the brick.
The fiberglass may be more durable than some by virtue of the fact that there's still a factory impact resistant lip attached to it, and it sits higher overall than some aftemarket ones... I don't know how anyone deals with aftermarket fiberglass, I'd crack that in a week. |
Originally Posted by mightymikee
(Post 11875806)
Did you tweak it a lot to fit it?
Originally Posted by OneFast7
(Post 11875999)
Also, I've seen horrible pictures of what people said was perfect fitment with the bumper and had sagging around the headlights and gaps between fender and bumper.
https://www.rx7club.com/members/mont...3-13-29332.jpg Though it isn't a good as stock, the fitment its is pretty damned good. There is only one area that its little iffy and is near one of the headlights and it is barely noticeable. https://www.rx7club.com/members/mont...meet-28911.jpg |
here is mine ebay version because 99 spec oem is 4 month wait from mazda japan...
pain in the butt to install, you need to measure..fit measure fit... transfer old hardware over.. cut re bar etc.. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7463/...ecb2dd07_z.jpgIMG_0647 by tbkonwso1, on Flickr |
Originally Posted by tbkonwso
(Post 11876193)
here is mine ebay version because 99 spec oem is 4 month wait from mazda japan...
pain in the butt to install, you need to measure..fit measure fit... transfer old hardware over.. cut re bar etc.. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7463/...ecb2dd07_z.jpgIMG_0647 by tbkonwso1, on Flickr |
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So which bracket should I buy on this picture to complete the bumper swap?
https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...6&d=1425092533 |
Got my bumper in today.. I'll post some pictures when I have time tomorrow. The fiberglass bumper version that I got isn't going to require any brackets.
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...4 month wait from japan for the real deal... is that just a rumor? has anyone bought a new OEM bumper recently at all?
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what about the legitimate shops that carry the oem parts..?
rx7store, rp.. |
http://corksport.com/images/detailed...x7-rebar-1.jpg
I supppse this is what I need under the urethane bumper cover? |
Originally Posted by mightymikee
(Post 11877419)
http://corksport.com/images/detailed...x7-rebar-1.jpg
I supppse this is what I need under the urethane bumper cover? The part that you need to search is how the oil cooler duct fits into all of this. When I purchased mine from rotary extreme, chuck was kind enough to make custom oil cooler ducts to fit the new bumper. But that's not an option anymore. |
The original 99 spec bumpers have been on backorder at Mazda for the past few months. There is a shipment in transit that will be in the middle of March from what I was told.
We all get them from the same place, so its a mad scramble to get whats available. |
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Here are a few quick pics. The fenders and bumper are not bolted down in the picture. Overall first impression, heavy. It is hand laid fiberglass. Well made and thick. Looks like its going to fit pretty good. Overall pleased.
Good luck with what ever path you choose. |
Originally Posted by Jason
(Post 11877501)
The original 99 spec bumpers have been on backorder at Mazda for the past few months. There is a shipment in transit that will be in the middle of March from what I was told.
We all get them from the same place, so its a mad scramble to get whats available. OneFast7, how is the hood gap? |
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