Front bumper tabs for 2015-17. Is there demand?

[Brigadir]

I followed the well known way of fixing the broken bumper tabs. I've seen some DIY approaches and also some 3d printed items for sale, but they bring up some questions regarding the durability. So, I came to decision to design custom good solid tabs, laser cut them of stainless steel and glue to my bumper with epoxy. So far they work great for me.

Probably this stuff will be interesting to more people, so I can produce a small pack of them and put on eBay, but first would like to ask if there's demand for it. So far didn't consider the price, though from quick look at production costs, eBay terms, taxes and shipping it would be around $30.

1.0mm stainless steel. Large area for gluing with dedicated holes for better contact.

Excellent and, more important, solid fit in result.

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[MathematicsDP]

Let me be the first to tell you that there is definitely a demand for this. I've replaced my bumper with a GT500 bumper and both clips from my factory bumper ripped off like paper even though I was extremely careful in my approach on removing the bumper from the fender.

I helped out a friend who wanted to install a yow hook and replace his front grille but one tab managed to rip. The tabs on the bumpers are paper thin and will rip off if you do not get it just right. Our workaround for his messed up tab was to use epoxy to glue the torn piece on and use Zip tires on the backside if the bumper to the frame and fender. It's solid but it was a pain to do to keep it factory looking.

This product that you're preparing to sell would have saved us both a headache and I can assure you there are plenty of Mustang owners who experience this very same issue which is why we all hesitate on having to remove our bumpers for anything.

I personally think $30 is a good price point for a kit that includes everything that is needed to keep the factor look versus using the quick patch which I'm personally not a fan of.

 

[K4fxd]

Send me a PM. I'll buy one today.

 

[Brigadir]

Ok, I just ordered a bunch of the items, should be ready in couple of days. Let's see how it goes, I'll post updates here...

 

[Brigadir]

Here it is finally: https://www.ebay.com/itm/235885480299
So far 10 items, let's see how they go.
Also available for local pick-up in San Antonio, TX.

 

[Rod Schneider]

The listing is showing as sold, any chance of more clips being available? I'd like to get a set.

 

[Brigadir]

The listing is showing as sold, any chance of more clips being available? I'd like to get a set.

My apology, listed only 1 quantity. Fixed it in this listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/235730407685
This is correct one currently: https://www.ebay.com/itm/235885480299

 

[onefastt]

Better fix it again because it disappeared again

 

[Brigadir]

Ebay blocked the account for some mysterious reason. I’m figuring it out…

 

[Brigadir]

Bad news - looks like ebay got a paranoia disease and suddenly blocked my account. And there's no way to restore it, since all their customer support is a bot with hardcoded answers.

If any of you feel comfortable to peer-to-peer purchase let me know. Meanwhile I'll check if there are other services instead of ebay, probably craigslist...

 

[Brigadir]

Finally good news - I managed to get back the account. Here is the listing:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/235885480299
or please search for "Mustang 2015-2017 front bumper tabs / reinforcement mounts / repair kit" if the link got broken

 

[Rod Schneider]

The link worked for me! I've ordered a set, thanks!

 

[K4fxd]

Got mine today. They are not as thick as the pic makes them look, but I don't see these breaking. I'm happy and will give an update when I install them.

 

[Brigadir]

Will appreciate your feedback and any suggestions for adjustments. The thickness shouldn’t be a problem, this type of aluminum is mechanically strong. Maybe would worth to adjust a little the bending angle, and to pay attention on solid contact of the bumper inner surface to the tab.

 

[ARAMP1]

Link isn't working for me.

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