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Offline jim.k

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73 cuda rear valance question
« on: December 06, 2017 - 05:10:24 PM »
getting ready to order a new rear valance with exhaust cutouts from amd for my 73 cuda. I am getting rid of the big rubber bumpers and switching to a 72 style rear bumper. should I order a 72 rear valance ?? I will also be ordering the 72 brackets with the 72 bumper.




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Re: 73 cuda rear valance question
« Reply #1 on: December 08, 2017 - 12:01:43 PM »
From what I know, the valance is the same.  As for the brackets, yes the 72 brackets are what brings the bumper up flush with the rear of the car so . . .yep gonna need those to make it work unless you plan to keep the strip between the body and the bumper. 

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Offline jim.k

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Re: 73 cuda rear valance question
« Reply #2 on: December 08, 2017 - 05:27:51 PM »
amd shows different valances for 72 and 73. they have 72 in stock but not 73 . not sure what the difference is.

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Re: 73 cuda rear valance question
« Reply #3 on: December 08, 2017 - 07:48:47 PM »
I believe it has to do with a couple of mounting tabs, however I also believe I have intermingled them all a number of times. Buy it, you will see what doesnt line up which will not affect the overall fit.
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Re: 73 cuda rear valance question
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2017 - 04:19:08 PM »
went ahead and ordered the 72 valance , bumper ,brackets and bumper guards. be here tomorrow. going to be a long winter of bodywork.