Omerta
Agreed on pain factor on the t55s. Smart idea in just dropping off the bumper.

On reAssembly I found leaving the bumper support bolts that go inside very loose allowed for some extra play on the angles if the t55s. Also allowed me to push the bumper up snug to the trim when I did tighten the inside nuts. Just make sure you tap the tabs against the heads of the support bolts so they are held in place. Also I unbolted one of the two muffler brackets. This allows the muffler and exhaust tip to wiggle around a bit. Do makes sure to remove the silly exhaust trim rings (if you didn't already) before putting the bumper back on.

GLuck

J
2005 4.8is

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