 MYFIRST64
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01-11-25 02:30 PM - Post#2876985
Purchased from and rear NOS bumper guards for my 64 Impala in its original boxes with hardware and weathered instructions, albeit both boxes had only front guard instructions. Showed guards to my mechanic who was somewhat leery whether or not they were actually NOS, or aftermarket.
He pointed to weld spots which may not be consistent with time period (see pictures), but more modern technique. I hope he's wrong, but can someone validate if his assessment is accurate.
Like I mentioned earlier, he's not 100% sure but I would like to have a different opinion.
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pvs409
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01-11-25 03:46 PM - Post#2876990
In response to MYFIRST64
NOS bumper guards fit the factory bumpers.
Repro ones typically can not fit the factory bumpers leaving gaps between the guards and the factory bumpers.
Those look like my NOS bumpers guards for the welded areas
Paul
57 BelairHT 283/270hp 4 spd
62 ImpHT 327/300 4 spd
62 Imp CV SS 327/300HP 700R4 (sold)
62 Imp HT SS 409/482 stroker 5 spd
62 Imp SS 409 - 5 spd Convertible
https://paulstensland.com
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MYFIRST64
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01-12-25 08:31 PM - Post#2877021
In response to pvs409
Thanks Paul for validation.
Edited by MYFIRST64 on 01-12-25 08:31 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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C. Anothalevel
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01-15-25 02:03 AM - Post#2877104
In response to MYFIRST64
Those are NOS. Repops don’t have the L and R on them.
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