Help with loose front bumber for 69 - missing bolt

[django10000]

Does anyone know the easiest way to reach in and install and secure a bolt for the driver's side of the bumper. I can not seem to get in there - what's the trick?

Also, any idea of the size bolt that is necessary for this installation? I'm assuming the "nut" is already in the bumber.

Thanks all

 

[Alan 71]

I believe the easiest way is to raise the headlight on that side, then reach up through the oval shaped hole thats in the bottom of the front valance panel. You really can't get your hand in there and look at the same time, so look first and then reach in with the bolt, washer and wrench. Don't tighten too much or you'll easily crack the fiberglass.
Regards,
Alan

I believe the bolt is 3/8" by 16 by 2".

 

[django10000]

Thanks very much Alan, was having a hard time with this. Tricks like these are always helpful. Thanks again.

 

[django10000]

I actually ended up taking the front grill off to tighten the bolt. It was too tight to get up there with a wrench through the opening in the bottom. Once I took the grill off, it was much easier to turn and tighten the bolt.

Perfect size on the bolt, Alan - Thanks again for the help!