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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:10 AM
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is it possible to install/uninstall the mtech diffuser when the bumper is on the car already? or is it best to do it while the bumper is off?

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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:44 AM
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I'm curious as well ...
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:53 AM
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yes, of course you can, its obviouslt easier with the whole bumper off the car, but you can remove it ok with the rear bumper still attached, i had to do this to fit the custom exhaust system.
its only a few screws/bolts.
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr Dave' post='744473' date='Dec 13 2008, 11:53 AM
yes, of course you can, its obviouslt easier with the whole bumper off the car, but you can remove it ok with the rear bumper still attached, i had to do this to fit the custom exhaust system.
its only a few screws/bolts.

nice, reason i ask is because i would like to install my rear mtech bumper with the diffuser unpainted and see if i like the look, if i dont i would like to know that it can be removed easily so i could get it painted and put back on.

is it pretty easy to get to the screws/bolts once the bumper is on the car though?

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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 07:41 AM
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i see what you mean...depends if you like lying on your back with your hands/arm distorted...
but yes its manageable.
on ebay uk they are selling a fully carbon fibre one for approx ?200 ???
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 11:28 AM
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yes it is possible
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 03:38 PM
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Old Dec 14, 2008 | 07:16 PM
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well after installing the bumper today i now see how it mounts on there and i gotta say it might be possible but its going to be a pain in the ass...any tips to make it easier other than taking the bumper back off?
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 01:56 AM
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try just clipping it on (you only want to see what it looks like right?) dont do a full fit........
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Old Dec 15, 2008 | 05:16 AM
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Yeah, a real pain with the bumper on. It only takes 20 min to remove the bumper. Just put it on and then take it off if you need to. It will save you some hassle.
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