re-install Front bumper to headlight gap fix - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

BadBRZ · 08-18-2014, 03:57 PM

Earlier models had subpar brackets, later models had the new brackets...

Dipstik-sportech · 08-18-2014, 04:37 PM

Yup and the new brackets don't help because when the bumper sags it bend the tabs on the soft bumper. When that happens no new clip will help you need to replace the bumper.

protpibe · 08-18-2014, 07:57 PM

Will replacing the bumper cover fix it 100%? Mine has 2 clips popping out and I've replaced the bracket under the headlight and the rear bracket. I don't want to replace the bumper cover unless I have to.

Foobar · 08-18-2014, 08:25 PM

The new TSB brackets have also been proven to fail. There are also reports of people who have never removed their bumpers ending up with the gap.

For those of you who removed your bumpers and were able to put it back in without the gap - count your lucky stars.

I also tried the speaker wire deal and it worked for a few days but then ended popping out. At this point I'm just leaving it alone until I do something more drastic, like the quick latches or something.

BadBRZ · 08-18-2014, 09:13 PM

Yeah Subaru couldn't even fix the gap, even with new brackets it still pops out.

Went their today, they swapped brackets and fucked with it for two hours and couldn't get it to close. Drove home and now it's worst than beore

Dipstik-sportech · 08-18-2014, 09:17 PM

What did they say when they couldn't fix it? Did the notify SoA?

FirestormFRS · 08-18-2014, 09:23 PM

I have had two bumper covers installed and yes the new ones stay in place where as the repaired one ain't worth a damn. I've tried everything. I've hit a retread, a cat @80mph and a bunny rabbit @60mph.

Sellout · 08-18-2014, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by FirestormFRS

I have had two bumper covers installed and yes the new ones stay in place where as the repaired one ain't worth a damn. I've tried everything. I've hit a retread, a cat @80mph and a bunny rabbit @60mph.

Put the phone down and drive.

brianhj · 08-19-2014, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BadBRZ

Yeah Subaru couldn't even fix the gap, even with new brackets it still pops out.

Went their today, they swapped brackets and fucked with it for two hours and couldn't get it to close. Drove home and now it's worst than beore

Well that fucking sucks. Is it like @Dipstik-sportech said - the tabs on the bumper itself are too weak?

Dipstik-sportech · 08-19-2014, 12:06 AM

I believe the bumper is just too soft. I am intrigued by the down force idea causing it

BadBRZ · 08-19-2014, 03:27 AM

i whole heartedly believe it is a failure on the side of the bumper and not the tabs. the slots are just too weak and flimsy and teh downforce of driving home from the dealership popped them out again

FirestormFRS · 08-19-2014, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Sellout

Put the phone down and drive.

I leave for work @4:45 am and have a 45 minute drive. You may not have noticed but the headlights on the FR-S are the worst headlights since the late 70's. Plus I live in the woods son!

Sellout · 08-19-2014, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by FirestormFRS

You may not have noticed but the headlights on the FR-S are the worst headlights since the late 70's.

You're right I didn't notice. I've had silverstar ultras in mine since day 3. I don't think I ever even turned the stock bulbs on...

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Plus I live in the woods son!

Then you're doing alright. Don't hit anything bigger than that cat though. A dog could end up in your lap...

Dipstik-sportech · 08-19-2014, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FirestormFRS

I leave for work @4:45 am and have a 45 minute drive. You may not have noticed but the headlights on the FR-S are the worst headlights since the late 70's. Plus I live in the woods son!

Oh trust me there's waaaay worse headlights on new cars.

08-18-2014, 04:37 PM	#16
Dipstik-sportech Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2013 BRZ satin white pearl sportech Location: Thunder Bay Ontario Canada Posts: 1,813 Thanks: 842 Thanked 911 Times in 576 Posts Mentioned: 43 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Yup and the new brackets don't help because when the bumper sags it bend the tabs on the soft bumper. When that happens no new clip will help you need to replace the bumper. __________________ 2013 SWP BRZ sportech. 11.11sec@129.01mph, 511whp on e70. FullBlown base kit, FullBlown built 9.5:1 engine, GTX3076R GEN2 turbo, 1700cc Bosch injectors, FullBlown flex fuel kit, FullBlown radiator and oil cooler, FullBlown custom 3" dual exit exhaust, act xtreme clutch, whiteline diff and subframe inserts, BC Racing coilovers, hotchkiss 18mm rear sway, is300 3.73 differential ... Never finished

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protpibe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 4-Runner Sport - 13' BRZ SportTech Location: Winnipeg Posts: 1,395 Thanks: 253 Thanked 839 Times in 459 Posts Mentioned: 18 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Will replacing the bumper cover fix it 100%? Mine has 2 clips popping out and I've replaced the bracket under the headlight and the rear bracket. I don't want to replace the bumper cover unless I have to. __________________ Top Tier Imports - Check out my build journal HERE

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08-19-2014, 12:06 AM	#24
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08-18-2014, 03:57 PM	#15
BadBRZ Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Drives: Subaru Location: Interwebs Posts: 357 Thanks: 68 Thanked 158 Times in 83 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Earlier models had subpar brackets, later models had the new brackets...

08-18-2014, 09:13 PM	#19
BadBRZ Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Drives: Subaru Location: Interwebs Posts: 357 Thanks: 68 Thanked 158 Times in 83 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Yeah Subaru couldn't even fix the gap, even with new brackets it still pops out. Went their today, they swapped brackets and fucked with it for two hours and couldn't get it to close. Drove home and now it's worst than beore

08-18-2014, 09:23 PM	#21
FirestormFRS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: 2013 FR-S Location: Anytown Posts: 920 Thanks: 73 Thanked 643 Times in 302 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I have had two bumper covers installed and yes the new ones stay in place where as the repaired one ain't worth a damn. I've tried everything. I've hit a retread, a cat @80mph and a bunny rabbit @60mph.

08-19-2014, 03:27 AM	#25
BadBRZ Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Drives: Subaru Location: Interwebs Posts: 357 Thanks: 68 Thanked 158 Times in 83 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	i whole heartedly believe it is a failure on the side of the bumper and not the tabs. the slots are just too weak and flimsy and teh downforce of driving home from the dealership popped them out again

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