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Old 05-09-2014, 04:24 PM
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Default DuraFlex GT500 Front Bumper on 2012 GT

Does anyone have any experience w/ the Duraflex material? I can't really seem to find reviews on this product and wanted to know if anyone could provide some insight. And yes, I'm aware I'd need a new hood.

http://www.duraflexbodykits.com/2010...-p-474770.html

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Old 05-09-2014, 05:34 PM
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https://parts.autonationfordwhitebea...20%26%20GRILLE
Just throwing this out there, the OE GT500 bumper is $272 from here and you won't have to worry about quality.
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holy crap, the cheap aftermarket part is twice of the price of the regular OE part? whoa.
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Originally Posted by Tanner05
https://parts.autonationfordwhitebea...20%26%20GRILLE
Just throwing this out there, the OE GT500 bumper is $272 from here and you won't have to worry about quality.

Oh wow, thanks for the find! I appreciate it!
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It doesn't come with the grilles like the Duraflex bumper, though. But imo, the grilles on the Duraflex look pretty cheap. You would probably have a better look and fitment if you just got the OE grilles.
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Is there a thread on which parts are needed to put this on a 13 GT?
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Old 05-12-2014, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Cobrakev
Is there a thread on which parts are needed to put this on a 13 GT?
I'm sure it's straight bolt on goodness. Essentially, I'll be getting the:

OEM GT500 Bumper Cover
OEM GT500 Grille (Upper + Lower)
OEM GT500 Chin Spoiler

Get it painted and it should be standard installation from there.
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Old 05-12-2014, 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Tanner05
It doesn't come with the grilles like the Duraflex bumper, though. But imo, the grilles on the Duraflex look pretty cheap. You would probably have a better look and fitment if you just got the OE grilles.
Well the grille on the duraflex is shopped, I'm pretty sure.
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From what I have researched and read, OEM GT500 bumper does not fit GT/V6. You will have to order brackets and supports....comes to about $2500 for everything needed and that does not include the hood. Here is link to parts list...http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...oing-onto-2011
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I have always heard bad things about Duraflex. I personally wouldn't buy anything from them.
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