Bumper shock (EAU) bypass

[lowbudget]

I have a 1975 Valiant with the energy asorbing unit bumper. I want to pull bumpers in tighter to body to get rid of the plastic. Whats the trick to shorten the shock? Would it be better just to build new mounts? I don't have the bumper off yet as I'm soaking bolts with knockr loose. I am trying to get a plan for tomorrow. Thanks in advance Mike

 

[lowbudget]

Well I got the bumper shocks off and a part. It looks like a simple chop of the asorber stud and weld up. It will make it solid any way. I don't suppose anyone out there has the "magic" number to slide it in before welding. Man that bumper is heavy.

 

[yellowdartdave]

Back in the days they used to wire 2 junk tires to the offending bumper and then lightly put the car up against a wall and apply a bit of throttle. When the shocks collapsed they then welded them in place while it was against the wall.

 

[lowbudget]

I chopped an inch out. I did a quick bolt up it looks pretty good. I'm still deciding if I want to go another 1/4" or not. I will bolt it all back together in the morn and decide then.