Installing front bumper reinforcement

For Honda Civics 1996 to 2000.

[@Stewfou]

Literally the ONLY video I found that showed me how to install the reinforcement bar rather than the cover. Thanks a million!

[@tubejim101]

Your welcome :)

[@juliarosso472]

What tools you use

[@fazestinkz3466]

For real

[@pdv9184]

@@juliarosso472 Coupla fingers, 1/2 a brain, coupla bolts, 1/2 pot coffee.

[@carmenwilkerson5654]

Still saving the day with your video, thank you!!!

[@coltauto22]

Incredibly helpful, I absolutely needed this video instead of all the other ones that just show how to install the plastic bumper cover. Thank you!

[@kashaw33]

Well in April of 2022 good luck on finding one for a 2011 pilot touring! Damn supplies they say are running low! Can't hardly find a picture of one they are so rare.

[@Power2gogrow]

Excellent demonstration!

[@tubejim101]

Thank you. Wish the best for your KZbin channel :)

[@carmenwilkerson5654]

Thank you. This video is so helpful!

[@maggiem8373]

This video is very helpful. Thankksssss

[@monicacea7162]

Yes, no kidding the only video regarding the reinforcement bar rather than cover. Thanks a bunch. I am curious though because the damage you had to your bumper looks exactly like my damage My damage was from a hit and run and have tried to figure out what hit the car. No damage to either of my headlamps. Like maybe someone backing into it with a tow hitch even then I think they would have to have backed up really quickly to do the damage. The bar is almost in the shape of a V

[@kakibollywoodremixes8516]

excellent video

[@dancoulson6579]

I wonder if it's possible to strengthen the metalwork that's already there. It looks so thin and crumply. Maybe cut some pieces of scaffolding pipe into shape, and weld them together using the existing frame as a guide.

[@stevendrolet348]

I wish there was a video on how to take off one of these thats smashed and bent

[@brandonar868]

Impact Driver or Cut it out

[@treaclev]

Очень полезное видео ! Ставлю лайк .

[@tubejim101]

Спасибо

[@treaclev]

tubejim101 Будь ласка !

[@joseamezcua2229]

What did you torque it to? ?? I’m working on a 2007 Mazda 5. And before removing it I was testing what the torque was with my torque wrench and I tried 50ft lbs and it was too much force. So I tried 35ft lbs and was good?

[@tubejim101]

You can lookup bolt torque by size and grade. So if you have an aluminum, 14mm, 35ft lbs sound close enough. Should check the manual for your car. Oil drain plugs are in the 30s, for aluminum pans.

[@djbujub]

What size bolts u used for the bumper crash bar? I have a 97 civic coupe. I bought the bash bar aftermarket but didn’t come with bolts. Not sure what size I should get at the store

[@tubejim101]

You can just call Honda Dealer and they can look it up. Or, you can look at their online parts diagram.

[@TheAgentAaron]

Did torque specs ever show up anywhere? Still need to consult service manual but I have my 08 M3 completely torn down - enginevout, major surgical work. Those 4 bolts on the front bumper reinforcement at each side are similar to those at the transaxle mount which call fir 83 ft lbs if #8 or 110 ft lbs if #10. Nyvthoughts are that if not torqued very well with loctite, the front end will begin to rattle & make strange noises. Anything?

[@jessiesheppard6735]

man some you guys just explain what you did instead of showing me what I was actually looking for

[@JosePerez-bu2dn]

Great video now my question is will it be the same for the back of the car

[@tubejim101]

No, back is different.

[@JosePerez-bu2dn]

Could I d it myself or would I have to get it done by a professional ? Would you know how to do it ?

[@tubejim101]

What year, make, and model, are you working on?

[@JosePerez-bu2dn]

2003 Honda Pilot ex

[@JosePerez-bu2dn]

I got a hitch for it but when I went to put it on I noticed it was rusted so I would like to change it

[@FloridaJosh716]

If you bolt on the frame will it eventually loosen ?? Wondering because I have to do the same and prefer if didn’t get welded because they say it’s cost a lot not knowing right people to do the procedure welding would have pay 2000 just have them weld

[@tubejim101]

Do it the way the manufacture says.

[@rollawallace4937]

Hey just wondering did you grind out the spot welds to put front end on

[@tubejim101]

Nope.

[@roxannestone3660]

Where do i buy bolts to hook on the impact bar?

[@tubejim101]

You can call your Honda dealer, some times they are not to expensive. If they are, you can just get some at a hardware store. Also, you can find a crashed car, and buy them off that.

[@carljeffers9613]

Why do all DIY spend a lot of time talking instead of showing the actual procedure. This is good but there is alot of talking and only showing end procedure

[@tubejim101]

Because we are not professionals. We just share what we do for free.

[@nevacole13]

How is the bumper absorber attached to the reinforcer bar? I bought a replacement and haven’t noticed any holes for screws or bolts. I have a 2014 Impala.

[@tubejim101]

Are you talking about this: amzn.to/2JEwAT6

[@nevacole13]

tubejim101 yes

[@tubejim101]

Looks like it just clips on. If it does not stay, you could duck tape it. The bumper should hold it in place.

[@TastySlimJim]

Where did you purchase the front bumper reinforcement?

[@tubejim101]

I bought mine from a you pull wrecking yard. You can buy one here: amzn.to/3bKVwX9

[@hipolitomejia9531]

Would it be the same for a 2014 Kia soul?

[@tubejim101]

I would not think so. Honda is Japanese, and Kia is Korean. But I am an American, so any thing is possible.

[@samanthasaari7300]

I have a 2004 Pacifica . My bottom bumper with fog lights fell off due to a crash and the top part of the bumper is cracked because of the crash bar. I was was wondering if i just wanted to replace the crash bar myself what would i need ?

[@tubejim101]

Are you talking about just this part? amzn.to/2WAJucb

[@TechVizionJR]

Hey man, did you replace your radiator support beam, or repaired it?

[@tubejim101]

Replaced it.

[@TechVizionJR]

Using the OEM part? Cause when I replaced mines it didnt look great.

[@tubejim101]

It is recommended that you use OEM. If you don't, it might not have all the accessory holes, or they might not be in the right spot.

[@reiun4844]

Have you ever done the rear bumper rebar? Trying to find the replacement for my 07 tsx

[@tubejim101]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZKzZGqvm5dmaJI

[@kaylaj88]

Plz help!! I got in an accident i rear ended aomeone and my original got bent so we took it out and got an after market one. But its not fitting into the slots! I dont know much about cars. What should i do!?

[@tubejim101]

What year, make, and model are you working on?

[@kaylaj88]

@@tubejim101 2011 chevy cruze like one side fits into one of the slots but the other side is about half an inch off. This seems lile an easy thing im overthinking it lol

[@tubejim101]

@@kaylaj88 I have never worked on a Chevy before. On the Civics there was a slight change from 1998 and 1999, which throws many people off.

[@PT4All]

is it the same for a 2005 camry?

[@tubejim101]

Don't know. Just work on Honda Civics. 1992 to 2000.

[@bobbymcdaniel4936]

What size bolts did you use?

[@tubejim101]

What year, make, and model, are you working on?

[@carlospagansr6447]

my reinforcement bar passenger side mount area is bent, how can I fix that?

[@tubejim101]

What year, make and model?

[@carlospagansr6447]

2010 Toyota Camry

[@tubejim101]

@@carlospagansr6447 Should replace it: amzn.to/2thfN2J

[@dannyb258]

Would this be the same for a 2007 honda civic?

[@tubejim101]

Have no idea. But if I where a betting man, which I am not, I would say no.

[@princeduties2991]

Is it safe driving without it?

[@tubejim101]

If you hit something, It would wipe out your radiator and such.

[@lilrober1218]

tubejim101 it's a choice then? 🤔

[@muffindudeswag]

is this the same as an impact bar ?

[@tubejim101]

What year, make, and model are you working on?

[@muffindudeswag]

tubejim101 2005 Nissan Murano

[@tubejim101]

@@muffindudeswag I am not familiar with Nissans.

[@scotts2388]

Where did you get this part from?

[@tubejim101]

Junk yard. Can buy them here: amzn.to/335wPRv

[@SD-ll1zq]

@@tubejim101 I bought the bumper brackets that attach the reinforcement bar and then on to the actual bumper. The ones i ordered seem to be missing the part where i'd be able to screw them in or attach it. Any help? or what else i need or the name of it? thanks so much. keep in mind i have the exact same reinforcement bar you linked and these brackets: www.ebay.com/itm/Bumper-Bracket-For-96-2000-Honda-Civic-Set-of-2-Front-Driver-and-Passenger-Side/231770706123?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649

[@tubejim101]

@@SD-ll1zq Always keep your old parts, till your done with the job. I have had parts sent to me that where welded together wrong. Check it against your original, to make sure they did not make a mistake. Also, always check with Honda on cost. Sometime they have good prices. They can also print you out the parts sheet, so you can see what it looks like.

[@davidlarkins1437]

What size ratchet do you use to take the screws off a 2000 Toyota reinforcement bar?

[@tubejim101]

3/8 should work for most things. Only go up to 1/2 for big things like crank bolt and such.