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      03-17-2022, 07:02 PM   #1
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Just installed the rear reflector from IND (honeycomb inserts), but during the install the bumper tab broke (see photo) while I was pulling to unclip it as per the instructions…both sides did the same thing even though I tried not to repeat the same 'mistake' on my second try.

It seems like it's holding just fine once I re-installed the screw right there but…

Am I the only retard to who this happened?

Would you do something or nothing to be worried about?


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      03-17-2022, 07:53 PM   #2
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I used a trim puller and pulled off the reflectors without removing bumper..
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      03-18-2022, 11:51 AM   #3
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Just installed the rear reflector from IND (honeycomb inserts), but during the install the bumper tab broke (see photo) while I was pulling to unclip it as per the instructions…both sides did the same thing even though I tried not to repeat the same 'mistake' on my second try.

It seems like it's holding just fine once I re-installed the screw right there but…

Am I the only retard to who this happened?

Would you do something or nothing to be worried about?


Thanks,
Mine broke as well during install 2 years ago and it's been holding fine. I don't think it's a big issue
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      03-18-2022, 02:53 PM   #4
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Yeah mine's broken too - no problems after a year and a half.
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      03-19-2022, 06:38 AM   #5
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Thanks guys, that's a relief 😅
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My first side broke so far it's fine. The other side I was more careful. I had to separate the two clamps.
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