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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 11, 2020 17:06:40 GMT
Saga Insurance.....I used the expression Bull Bar and they refused to insure me on the premise that a Bull Bar can do more damage in the event of a collision. Tell your insurance nothing. It is purely an aesthetic add on, albeit they would NOT replace it as part of any claim. It’s plastic and aluminium and lighter than ma frisbee. Hi Kev. When i checked with Mrs Ps insurance bull bar was in the list of mods so clicked on it and the policy didn't change so presume it was ok? |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 11, 2020 17:50:52 GMT
So we went along and got the bumper and here it is along with the instructions. The owner took all the bits and pieces from the previous 2004 Rav they owned hoping it would fit the newer 2006 Rav they bought but none did. He told me it's not easy to fit and to be careful of the clips breaking behind the corner panel? He also had a template when fitted from new that marked the holes to drill, is there any chance of getting one of those still or should i use masking tape round the area to be drilled? Overall very pleased with it :TU: Our Rav by the way was brilliant on the motorway and the cruise control worked a treat, Mrs P loves it :yes:    |
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Post by davrav on Jul 11, 2020 21:08:47 GMT
Pretty sure that the hole positions are marked/moulded on the back of the bumper Paul. See #10 on page 6.
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Post by Hoovie on Jul 12, 2020 12:13:53 GMT
This is actually officially called a "Nudge Bar" not a Bull Bar  |
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Post by Hoovie on Jul 12, 2020 12:19:05 GMT
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 12, 2020 13:06:21 GMT
Pretty sure that the hole positions are marked/moulded on the back of the bumper Paul. See #10 on page 6. Ah right ok thanks David i will have a look when i get it off :TU: |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 12, 2020 13:10:02 GMT
This is actually officially called a "Nudge Bar" not a Bull Bar Can you change the title for me please David. :TU: It's what everyone selling them describes them as, though the instruction manual calls it a front guard/ push bar? |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 12, 2020 13:12:25 GMT
Thanks for the info David though your time of 45mins is less than the seller told me yesterday, he reckons it would be a good half a day? |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 12, 2020 13:14:13 GMT
What would the protective tape be required as in page 5? Some is used to protect surfaces from scratching/scraping and it would appear that some is used to make 'pulling tabs' to help with disassembly Paul. Do you have any plastic trim removal tools?If not there's loads of options on the bay for not alot of money. I bought a 'mid price' set a few years ago and use them far more than I thought I would. Sorry David seemed to have missed this post but no don't but will get a set. Any recommendations? |
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Post by firemac on Jul 12, 2020 15:18:34 GMT
Some is used to protect surfaces from scratching/scraping and it would appear that some is used to make 'pulling tabs' to help with disassembly Paul. Do you have any plastic trim removal tools?If not there's loads of options on the bay for not alot of money. I bought a 'mid price' set a few years ago and use them far more than I thought I would. Sorry David seemed to have missed this post but no don't but will get a set. Any recommendations? I have a set of nylon ones that I got in TK Maxx a few years back but they are still available there (or they were the last time I was in). Dave is right about how handy they are. I have used them a lot since I bought them. :TU: |
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Post by Hoovie on Jul 12, 2020 16:51:44 GMT
Thanks for the info David though your time of 45mins is less than the seller told me yesterday, he reckons it would be a good half a day? half a day with a few cups of tea Take it slow and steady and you'll have no problem. I took mine off to fit some air horns and a mesh grill to protect the radiator (I'd recommend adding a mesh grill while it is handy to do - the lower radiator is quite exposed). I will dig out the photos to go with the thread. |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 13, 2020 14:03:56 GMT
Thanks for the info David though your time of 45mins is less than the seller told me yesterday, he reckons it would be a good half a day? half a day with a few cups of tea Take it slow and steady and you'll have no problem. I took mine off to fit some air horns and a mesh grill to protect the radiator (I'd recommend adding a mesh grill while it is handy to do - the lower radiator is quite exposed). I will dig out the photos to go with the thread. Thanks David :TU: Is the mesh grill summat you buy or make yourself? |
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Post by Paulus17 on Jul 13, 2020 14:07:52 GMT
Sorry David seemed to have missed this post but no don't but will get a set. Any recommendations? I have a set of nylon ones that I got in TK Maxx a few years back but they are still available there (or they were the last time I was in). Dave is right about how handy they are. I have used them a lot since I bought them.  I had a look on line and there are loads to choose from Jim from Amazon, think our nearest TK Maxx is in Coventry if it's still open? |
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Post by firemac on Jul 13, 2020 15:08:15 GMT
I have a set of nylon ones that I got in TK Maxx a few years back but they are still available there (or they were the last time I was in). Dave is right about how handy they are. I have used them a lot since I bought them. I had a look on line and there are loads to choose from Jim from Amazon, think our nearest TK Maxx is in Coventry if it's still open? I don't think you'll go far wrong with Amazon. They're all pretty similar anyway. :TU: |
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Post by three5 on Jul 13, 2020 15:25:26 GMT
I have a set of nylon ones that I got in TK Maxx a few years back but they are still available there (or they were the last time I was in). Dave is right about how handy they are. I have used them a lot since I bought them. I had a look on line and there are loads to choose from Jim from Amazon, think our nearest TK Maxx is in Coventry if it's still open? or maybe: |
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