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PostPosted: Fri Nov 30, 2018 3:46 pm    Post subject: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

Hi all, greetings from NorCal and happy holidays. I am in need of rear brackets and a bumper for my '73. Am I locked into the '73-'74 brackets and bumper OR could I bolt up a bracket / bumper combo from a different year? As long as it's aesthetically pleasing and clears the body, I wouldn't mind drilling the brackets to fit the frame. Otherwise, it's all good, I shall continue my search / inquiries.

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PostPosted: Fri Nov 30, 2018 4:00 pm    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

As far as I know bumpers from 73 to 79 are the same...even 72?
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 30, 2018 4:17 pm    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

Thanks much, that's my understanding, also 73-79 bumpers are the same but the brackets are '72 only, 73-74, then 75-79... I think. Just not sure if I go with a '72 or slightly earlier bumper & bracket combo if it will mount correctly and sit where the original one did.

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PostPosted: Sun Dec 02, 2018 4:57 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

Most times you can find answers about fitment from vendors

http://www.busdepot.com/body-exterior/bumper
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 02, 2018 10:47 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

go 73 or later. If 72 IS one year only, don't mess with it. someone with a 72 wants em. 73 to 79 is a lot of options out there
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 02, 2018 10:49 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

go 73 or later. If 72 IS one year only, don't mess with it. someone with a 72 wants em. 73 to 79 is a lot of options out there
edit-looking at the classifieds, you want 73 to 79
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 02, 2018 11:47 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

I'm not aware of any big difference between 73-75 and 76-79 brackets, they all interchange. As mentioned anything from 72-79 will bolt up to the holes in the frame, the 72 only requires extra mounts at the front corners the later 1/4 panels don't have provisions for so you'll have to do some fabricating.

Go for the 73-79, they are the easiest to find and bolt right on with no drama.
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 02, 2018 12:50 pm    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

if you can't find one, I may have one for sale in the Sacramento area in a month or two.
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PostPosted: Wed Dec 05, 2018 8:58 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

Thanks, everyone. This is good info.

SG - thank you, too. I will keep that in mind. If you remember, please ping me if/when you're ready - I might still need one by then.

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PostPosted: Wed Dec 05, 2018 11:29 am    Post subject: Re: 1973 Bay - Rear bumper and bracket compatability question Reply with quote

73-79 bumpers are available new. I have not inspected their quality, but it's nice to have them available:

https://www.eisparts.com/bumperrear-blade-primeredbus-73-79.html

There is an error in their ad copy when it mentions '72, but they have those for sale too.

EDIT: It looks like VW Heritage is also selling new brackets. Neat.

https://www.vwheritage.com/vw-bay-window-1968-79/vw-bay-window-bumpers/bumper-irons

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