How Can I Glue This Bumper Crack Together?

SquirrelMadness · 3 Nov 2016 at 13:31

Filling bumper holes with filler is one thing, but what type of adhesive do I need to glue this type of crack together?

I will be respraying the whole bumper with Halfords paint to make the car look less apocalyptical.

Thanks.

tom_e · 3 Nov 2016 at 13:33

Fibreglass repair on the rear then fill sand and paint on the outside.

rodenal · 3 Nov 2016 at 13:37

As above, plastic welding then dress it down / paint

However, where are the mounting points / rails? If they're in that location then you'll probably want a new bumper rather than repair at what will be a point that's relatively stressed

SquirrelMadness · 3 Nov 2016 at 13:47

Ah can you guys link me to an affordable but reputable repair product?

It's already been through an MOT like this with no advisories. Thanks.

Armageus · 3 Nov 2016 at 13:50

Something like:
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/pa...ration/davids-fastglass-glass-fibre-kit-large

and if you need to fill the crack from the front, something like:
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/pa...preparation/davids-isopon-p38-easy-sand-250ml

kae2 · 3 Nov 2016 at 14:08

You'll need to drill a hole at the end of the crack to stop it spreading in the future before you start the repair. Then just fill this as part of your prep.

Burned_Alive · 3 Nov 2016 at 14:36

Personally I'd be inclined to fix the bumper from the rear using fibreglass and then not actually respray it. Sure you'll still have the crack, but i bet overall it'll look better than it will after being resprayed with Halfords rattle cans.

new boy · 3 Nov 2016 at 14:59

What car is it? You might be able to get a bumper from someone breaking one for next to nothing

Looks like a conmon colour

kaiowas · 3 Nov 2016 at 15:37

Unless it's an uncommon car (looks like an early Focus but I could be wrong) I'd be inclined to get an undamaged one from a breaker rather than repair. Whether you still choose to paint the replacement is up to you.

Alternatively, go all drifter yo and get some tie-wrap stitching going on.

Nasher · 3 Nov 2016 at 15:40

Staples or stitching. Go for the Frankenstein look

Armageus · 3 Nov 2016 at 15:41

Nasher said:
Staples or stitching. Go for the Frankenstein look

Acme's our resident specialist on that

wedrum · 3 Nov 2016 at 15:44

there you go

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(also you realise they are brackets sold for Toilet partition walls right? )

Hyburnate · 3 Nov 2016 at 16:14

Armageus said:
Acme's our resident specialist on that

Yeah - Acme will likely offer to come do some drift stitching. I hear he does an offer in which he'll sell you some quick release bumper fasteners with 20% discount.

SquirrelMadness · 3 Nov 2016 at 16:30

Armageus said:
Something like:
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/pa...ration/davids-fastglass-glass-fibre-kit-large

So do I put this stuff in between the crack and clamp together?

It's gonna be difficult to keep the two sides shut while doing this repair and hoping they don't separate once I let go.

The car is 01 Focus in Moondust Silver. Think a bumper sets me back £60 whilst repair and paint is less than £20 (already got primer and clear coat as I just did the back bumper).

tom_e · 3 Nov 2016 at 16:33

Remove the bumper and get the crack as close together as you can then lay that stuff over the backside of the crack, then use the filler on the front to fill any small gap left over.

Dup · 3 Nov 2016 at 18:27

Looks like a MK1 Focus?

Just find a new front bumper. No DIY repair will ever be that great for this. Either stitch it with zip ties to secure it if you're not bothered how it looks, or source another bumper.

Orionaut · 3 Nov 2016 at 18:31

wedrum said:
there you go

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Yep.

A couple of these,

Some nice stainless steel dome headed hex bolts.

Make it look like you meant it and treat it like a well earned battle scar!

:cool:

Vince · 3 Nov 2016 at 18:50

Have a look at this:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Focu...:Focus&hash=item2375d3f680:g:y7cAAOSwMVdYF4Lm

If a bumper can be had for £25 is it really worth spending £20 on glue and stuff?

Had a similar issue recently with my mates clio, got a wing off ebay in the right colour for £11 and jobs a goodun!

Nasher · 3 Nov 2016 at 22:12

I think having anything metal like that which shouldn't be there will fail the MOT though. Think of the children [you run over] and all that nonsense.

IAmATeaf · 4 Nov 2016 at 10:23

Vince said:
Have a look at this:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Focu...:Focus&hash=item2375d3f680:g:y7cAAOSwMVdYF4Lm

If a bumper can be had for £25 is it really worth spending £20 on glue and stuff?

Had a similar issue recently with my mates clio, got a wing off ebay in the right colour for £11 and jobs a goodun!

I that bumper not different to the one on the OPs car, none of the line to me look the same?