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Old 07-23-2009, 05:49 PM
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Default Is my Z driveable w/ out front bumper cover???

I am in the process of getting my front bumper repainted and also have to drop my car off at the dealer for something els to be done. I want to know if I can drive my Z to the dealer with out the front bumper installed? And also back to the auto body shop.

As I am aware it shouldn't cause any problems, right?
Thanks!
Old 07-23-2009, 06:03 PM
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there will be no problem just because you dont have a front bumper...
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Originally Posted by StatixNWH
there will be no problem just because you dont have a front bumper...
cool, thx
Old 07-23-2009, 11:38 PM
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The undertray will be flapping around and most likely be damaged without a bumper there to attach it to.
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Originally Posted by platinum350
I am in the process of getting my front bumper repainted and also have to drop my car off at the dealer for something els to be done. I want to know if I can drive my Z to the dealer with out the front bumper installed? And also back to the auto body shop.

As I am aware it shouldn't cause any problems, right?
Thanks!

Youll look stupid. Other than that, no.
Old 07-24-2009, 06:07 AM
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Pretty sure it's illegal to drive without a bumper cover. Maybe it varies state by state.
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Originally Posted by waizzz
The undertray will be flapping around and most likely be damaged without a bumper there to attach it to.
i'm imagining there should be an easy way to rig it with something...

Definitely will look stupid driving my Z w/ out a bumper lol
Old 07-24-2009, 11:51 AM
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Just take the under panel off, there is no reason to rig something up if it's not connected to a bumper. It will just get destroyed if you don't take it off.
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Originally Posted by Spork
Pretty sure it's illegal to drive without a bumper cover. Maybe it varies state by state.
+1
i think its the same penalty as driving without a hood
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Originally Posted by quiksilver38
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i think its the same penalty as driving without a hood

I think he will be alright just driving to the stealership and back.

If you get pulled over just explain the situation and your lack of knowledge of any such law and im sure you will be fine.
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Originally Posted by GeauxLadyZ
Youll look stupid. Other than that, no.
not unless you have a big FMIC. then you'll look jdm tight!
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Originally Posted by G4nismo
not unless you have a big FMIC. then you'll look jdm tight!
If so, they be shoutin down the road "Oh snap, dorifto!!"
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take your front fender well covers off, if not, you will hear them scrape against your front wheels as you drive since the wind will push them into the front wheels. First hand experience.
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