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ppge01
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 27, 2014 9:45 am    Post subject: Bumper restoration Reply with quote

hi there,
i want to restore my bumpers on my 66 bug..it's a daily driver so they have some small dents and stuff...i just want to know..what can i use to paint the back side of the bumper..not the chromed one..is there a special spray - color for this job?
any suggestions?
thanks in advance for the info
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Mike Fisher
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 27, 2014 1:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

They are painted grey in the USA AFAIK Hammer out the dents and use lemon juice on the chrome to dissolve the rust.
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 27, 2014 6:33 am    Post subject: coke Reply with quote

Coca Cola and aluminum foil will remove the rust.
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