My driver's side bumper tab was broken when I got the car. This wasn't a big deal until the wheel well plastic tore loose and had to be taken off. Now the only thing holding the bumper on the sides is the push tabs. Anyone have thoughts on a good way to fix this?

 

Call your part guy at the dealership and get the part should be cheap.

 

This was a molded part of the bumper cover.

 

I see then the only way will be a fiber glass add on or something.

 

Could the quick-release kit for the front end work?

 

yes the quick release would work.. my bumper literally had no tabs to hold on anymore.. this is mine after installing the quick release
.. if you went for the quick release route you need to be accurate on where to drill holes and if you mess it up theres no going back.

 

I have thought about the quick release but moar $$.

 

mine cost $115 and move over cost $205 but its well worth it.. when i scrape on my bumper my quick release tab doesnt come off

 

The quick release IS the answer. There are different options so do some research, but it looks good, works very well and is great for pulling the bumper off when you want...

 

Fine, I'll add it to the list. Haven't made the first payment and I've spent more money than the wife knows.

 

It's going to get worse...having handled this poorly for the better part of my life, I might suggest you come clean now...

 

Sell it as "a new bumper/painted costs $xx, but I can save $yy by just adding a quick release kit"


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