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Biggredd
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4/07/2004
16:10:47
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 Subject: Got in a fender bender, need quick help
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So hit a truck in front of me today like a dummass. I need to adjust the bumper. I took a couple bolts out already so the pics looks worse than they are but my right tire rubs when I turn left now so I need to adjust it back up and forward a couple inches. Any ideas?
http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?p=999&gid=4068394&uid=2051384
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another mark
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4/07/2004
20:54:45
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I've taken my bumper off before and since the holes to mount the bumper aren't slotted, unless you make a custom bracket to extend the bumper forward you won't be able to move it forward. You could raise it by putting washers under the main bolt(s) on the frame to the side of the radiator. I think those bolts are pretty lengthy. Hope that helps. It'd be much easier if you could just take the bumper off and find some way to bend it back even a bit.
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Biggredd
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4/08/2004
00:00:56
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Thanks for the reply. I see there are two bolts on either side in front of each wheel. Now I am stuck. I see some plastic screws all around where the license plate is but they won't come out. Even if I have to drive without a bumper for a few days I would be fine but like I said I am scraping.
Can you share your removal instructions if able.
Many thanks
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another mark
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2004
00:48:49
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Ok, there are 2 bolts on either side of the radiator that hold the bumper. I think it's like a 19mm for those and they are tough to get loose probably gonna need a hammer. If you get under the truck there is a bracket on both sides also attaching the bumper to the frame. I think there are a couple lower bolts on this bracket that are actually welded to the frame. There are some bolts at the other end of the bracket that can be loosened. I'm not sure what you mean about plastic screws around the license plate. I know that there is a piece of plastic that faces down at the ground and is attached to the bottom of the valence panel. That is held in place with plastic screws which you just have to pull on to get them to come out. You can just push them back in and they will stick in place. They are like fake giant plastic screws with threads that just grip in place. If that don't help I got an FSM I can scan a page or two.
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oyotaco
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4/08/2004
10:00:53
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I am not sure what year your truck is, but i have an 02' that the same thing happened to. I hit a cherokee with the right side and it pushed everything back. when you open the hood there are four bolts (two on each side) that hold the bumper on. if you take those off, the whole bumper will come off and lay on the ground (rubber piece on bottom can stay on) The bumper brackets then bolt to the frame with two nuts. loosen those and slide the brakets all the way forward (most likely got pushed back on impact) and bolt everything back up. it might still be a bit tweaked, but it shouldnt rub. also make sure your inner fenders are tucked into the bumper or they will rub.
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BiggRedd
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4/08/2004
14:18:58
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I guess I should have mentioned year. 2001. so you are saying I can just remove the two bolts on either side (right in front of each tire) and the bumper should come off. Maybe it just feels like there are more cause it got jammed in? Did I mention I hate accidents. Never a good time. But thanks for the tips, very much appreciated.
I went to 3 different auto stores last night and none of them had a haynes in stock for my year. just every other frekin year and car.
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luvmeR/T
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2004
15:17:58
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kinda funny,i rear ended someone this past saturday,and i been so busy i havent been able to mess with it.i barely hit the guy,so my bumper cover isnt dented or broke.the passenger side of the bumper is pushed in toward the headlight.i really dont think i hit it hard enough to bend the bumper.so is it more than likely its just pushed back in?so much to do i ahvent been able to look at it.guess im just looking for a little assurance before i try to fix it!lol
BTW 2002 CC R/T
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biggredd
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2004
16:57:40
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Another Mark,
If you could scan those for me and email it to me at jobryan@msn.com I would be forever greatful.
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Justi
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2004
18:53:31
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I had the same thing happen to me once except I hit a deer and I was in a big truck (18 wheeler), the tire was rubbing. I used a load strap (3" web strap) and wrapped one end around the bumper and the other end around a loaded trailer leg. I backed up slowly and the bumper bent back in place.
If you try this use 4Low if you have it, make sure to do it GENTLY. Make certain that your anchor point is SOLID. And you may wanna take the bumper cover off so you don't colapse it. It sounds lame but it worked and it was easy. Try it at your own risk..
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