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HeadonaStick · 07-05-2014, 09:00 AM

First of all, I am not certain where to post this so the DIY seems like the place

I had a woman rear end my Camaro... the bumper cover was damaged. I have located a used but pristine cover locally. The only issue I have is that it does not have the back up sensor holes in it.

Since it needs to be resprayed anyway, can the hole be cut into it?

My body guy is away for the holiday but I'd like to let the seller know whether or not I want the cover or not ASAP so any input would be most welcome!

Thanks.

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 07-05-2014, 09:45 AM

IMO it is not the cutting it is the mounting of the sensors, see GM reinforces the holes with the mount for the sensors, and that will not be able to install them on the bumper.

HeadonaStick · 07-05-2014, 09:53 AM

Okay, how detrimental will it be to simply not mount the sensors? Does it impact resale value very much?

I hate to pass on this one.

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 07-05-2014, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeadonaStick

Okay, how detrimental will it be to simply not mount the sensors? Does it impact resale value very much?

I hate to pass on this one.

IMO its up to you, think for the car not to work wright they will have to be plugged in.

Camarodriver2 · 07-05-2014, 12:31 PM

I live by my sensors and would look for a proper replacement cover.

RAP2011RSRAGTOP · 07-05-2014, 01:35 PM

IS THERE A PROBLEM GETTING A OEM BUMPER COVER WITH SENSORS ?

I HAVE A 2011 AND WILL BE NEEDING ONE MYSELF.

HeadonaStick · 07-05-2014, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAP2011RSRAGTOP

IS THERE A PROBLEM GETTING A OEM BUMPER COVER WITH SENSORS ?

I HAVE A 2011 AND WILL BE NEEDING ONE MYSELF.

No problem, if you have the cash.

Camarodriver2 · 07-05-2014, 03:16 PM

Are they around $400?

RAP2011RSRAGTOP · 07-06-2014, 09:29 AM

$355 INCLUDING SHIPPING FROM GMPARTSHOUSE.COM

THATS NOT TO BAD FOR THE SIZE OF IT

HeadonaStick · 07-07-2014, 03:20 PM

Okay, I told the seller I was going to pass, but I am still not quite ready to let this go. Can someone tell me how the back-up sensors mount? I really want to jump on this cover if I can use it.

Thanks!

07-05-2014, 09:00 AM	#1
HeadonaStick Drives: 2011 Camaro V6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sebastian, FL Posts: 126	Bumper Question First of all, I am not certain where to post this so the DIY seems like the place I had a woman rear end my Camaro... the bumper cover was damaged. I have located a used but pristine cover locally. The only issue I have is that it does not have the back up sensor holes in it. Since it needs to be resprayed anyway, can the hole be cut into it? My body guy is away for the holiday but I'd like to let the seller know whether or not I want the cover or not ASAP so any input would be most welcome! Thanks.

07-05-2014, 12:31 PM	#5
Camarodriver2 Drives: FOR SALE! Bumblebee 1 of 1 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Geneva IL Posts: 530 View My Garage	I live by my sensors and would look for a proper replacement cover. __________________ My 1 of 1 Bumblebee: Paint=House of Kolor Sunrise. Shaved door handles and concept handles added. Shark fin removed, concept mirrors, Showstoppers concept LED side marker lights. Wiper blades removed, muffler delete, and Range AFM disable. BMR springs lowered 1" rear and 1.4" front and added Eibach wheel spacers - 20mm rear and 25mm front.

07-05-2014, 03:16 PM	#8
Camarodriver2 Drives: FOR SALE! Bumblebee 1 of 1 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Geneva IL Posts: 530 View My Garage	Are they around $400? __________________ My 1 of 1 Bumblebee: Paint=House of Kolor Sunrise. Shaved door handles and concept handles added. Shark fin removed, concept mirrors, Showstoppers concept LED side marker lights. Wiper blades removed, muffler delete, and Range AFM disable. BMR springs lowered 1" rear and 1.4" front and added Eibach wheel spacers - 20mm rear and 25mm front.

07-05-2014, 09:45 AM	#2
2SSRS@Gen5diy Drives: 2014 Z/28 #82+#192, 18ZLE 66Nova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: By the lake in AZ Posts: 15,719 View My Garage	IMO it is not the cutting it is the mounting of the sensors, see GM reinforces the holes with the mount for the sensors, and that will not be able to install them on the bumper.

07-05-2014, 09:53 AM	#3
HeadonaStick Drives: 2011 Camaro V6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sebastian, FL Posts: 126	Okay, how detrimental will it be to simply not mount the sensors? Does it impact resale value very much? I hate to pass on this one.

07-05-2014, 01:35 PM	#6
RAP2011RSRAGTOP Drives: 2018 ZL1 CONV. & 2011 2LT RS CONV. Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: LECANTO, FL. Posts: 67	IS THERE A PROBLEM GETTING A OEM BUMPER COVER WITH SENSORS ? I HAVE A 2011 AND WILL BE NEEDING ONE MYSELF.

07-06-2014, 09:29 AM	#9
RAP2011RSRAGTOP Drives: 2018 ZL1 CONV. & 2011 2LT RS CONV. Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: LECANTO, FL. Posts: 67	$355 INCLUDING SHIPPING FROM GMPARTSHOUSE.COM THATS NOT TO BAD FOR THE SIZE OF IT

07-07-2014, 03:20 PM	#10
HeadonaStick Drives: 2011 Camaro V6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sebastian, FL Posts: 126	Okay, I told the seller I was going to pass, but I am still not quite ready to let this go. Can someone tell me how the back-up sensors mount? I really want to jump on this cover if I can use it. Thanks!