74 rear bumper removal/rusted bolts

[mach1z]

Well the nuts are sealed to the bolts by rust. Can I cut them off from the outside and fix the bumper afterwars? I would mostlikely get some scratches from the saw even when carefull. I don't think I can fit a bolt cutter in there from under the car. Has anyone else encountered this?
One more question, do they make the chrome bumper holding studs aftermarket? Thanks, Z

[FLG]

What bolts are the problem?

When i wanted to take off my rear bumperettes i had to sawsall the bolts off. Scratched it a bit but nothing too bad. Also they were so bad i was able to hammer and chisle them off but pieces were stuck so i had to take the sawsall out i bet if you took your time with a hacksaw might not scratch it much.

[71charger_fan]

The bumper, taillights, and brackets come off as an assembly. Just unbolt it inside the trunk (don't forget the wiring) and lift the whole mess off at once. Then you can easily get to the back of the bumper.

[ACUDANUT]

The bumper, taillights, and brackets come off as an assembly. Just unbolt it inside the trunk (don't forget the wiring) and lift the whole mess off at once. Then you can easily get to the back of the bumper.

I agree. This is the only real way. Forget a sawsall and just use a grinder to cut the nuts off the back.  You also don't have to worry about scratching your chrome up.  I have done this at least a dozen times.

[mach1z]

"The bumper, taillights, and brackets come off as an assembly. Just unbolt it inside the trunk (don't forget the wiring) and lift the whole mess off at once. Then you can easily get to the back of the bumper."

I had no idea. Thank you, I will do that. Thanks for all the replies.

[71charger_fan]

If your rear valance is in good shape, put some rags in there before you yank the bumper so you don't scratch it up. It's pretty easy to pull one without scratching anything, harder to install. Especially when there never seems to be anyone around to help. Fortunately, they're not that heavy. '73/'74 units are heavier than '71/'72.

[bordin34]

If I remember correctly, there is a stud on each bumper bracket which really helps doing it by yourself easier. Just put the stud into the hole and thread the bolt on. I was able to easily swap bumpers by myself. a rubbermaid bin is a good place to rest the bumper on also.