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Feb 7, 2004 | 04:47 PM

moonley

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Question: Bumper Appearance

I am nearing the end of rebuilding my truck, and it is a beautiful dark blue (2003 Sonic Blue Pearlcoat -- Ford) My question is this. Neither of my bumper has any decent chrome left, and I don't have the money to rechrome or replace them. I would like to know if I should paint one or both of them to match the vehicle, or paint one or both of them black. What do you guys think? The rear is a appx 10" step bumper, and the front is original.

Feb 7, 2004 | 09:52 PM

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I wouldn't paint it the same color as the truck. Black would be OK, but I think I would prefer an off-white or cream color with your blue body.

Feb 9, 2004 | 11:46 PM

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hmmm...good point. I never thought of that. I could paint them to match my mirrors and tailgate letters (white). Now I thoroughly can't make up my mind. Anyone else have an opinion? Thanks.

Feb 10, 2004 | 01:06 AM

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maybe use the bed lining stuff but if your all show then just go with what looks best

Feb 10, 2004 | 04:20 AM

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Personally I don't like the monochromatic look of body colored bumpers on vintage trucks and black looks even worse. I would paint them the original white color or possible Argent as Ford did use that on factory step bumpers and a few front bumpers later on.

Feb 10, 2004 | 09:45 AM

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I would think the price of auto paint is close to the price you would pay for a good used bumper. Maybe not. I do know auto paint is expensive. TC

Feb 10, 2004 | 12:07 PM

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Thanks for all the input. I'm starting to think that I will probably go with white bumpers. The paint I'm using is extremely expensive, but it isn't possible to get a good used bumper around here that has chrome that looks any better than mine. My truck definately is not just show, so I think I'll paint them white, and when I come across some extra money (yeah, right...) I'll get them rechromed. Thanks again for the opinions.