Guy backed into me yesterday and pushed the driver's side bumper in about 1 1/2 inches. Do I replace both bumper shocks?

Thanks.

 

Push the other one in

 

I need to know for the insurance claim. I agree the euro look is much cleaner..

 

i am so tempted to do a euro bumper swap and then i see threads like this one. it seems like it happens a lot.

i would want to pull both shocks and check if the other is good. i wouldnt be surprised if it is not.

 

Well in that case, I'd say play is safe. I'd assume they both took some impact

 

I went through three rear bumper shocks, 4 skirts, and one bumper on my son's 944S in about six months. I only replaced the shock that was compressed each time. Repainting the bumper and skirt twice was a pain though. Usually the bumper skirt gets damaged before the shock fully bottoms out. For insurance purposes go for both shocks and skirts, buy some used ones here on RL, and spend the difference on something nice for the car or some really cold beer. After seeing how many of these cars get hit I think the DOT bumpers are great even though they ruin the look somewhat.

 

the rubber on the 924 DOT bumpers really made sense. it looks to me like the bumper could fully compress on a low speed impact without damaging anything other than the shocks and paint on the bumper.

ive wanted ROW bumpers since i got my car but as you stated the DOT ones may be worth it. i cant help but think they would also fair better in light bumps at the track. obviously nothing will protect the car in a full collision.

 

Driving in Chi-town you really need a full outside roll cage to protect yourself and car. Look on here, Pelican Parts and ebay for the parts you need. Get a Porsche Dealer written quote for all parts, plus any painting needed.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Porsche-951-944-Turbo-S2-Rear-Bumper-Boge-Shocks-Pair-/160545467775?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2561416d7f
Cheers,
Larry

 

No, just pull the one out and let it be.

If you have tow hooks on your bumpers like my race car the best way to pull it back out is to hit the brakes while being towed. Pull the bumper back in perfect position.

 

I once hit a tire wall (4 tires deep) in my race car at maybe 40 mph. I deleted the pads, but stock bumper took most of the impact. I backed out and drove it back to the paddock. The tires dented the header panel some what and pushe the radiator back, but some pulling and hammering I got it all back. Not lasting damage and no new body panels requred. Athough for a race car I don't need perfect body panels. Point is front bumper is pretty tough. Oh I have also had the entire front end lifted on the my central bumper hook twice. Pretty nice to be able to pick up the front end of the car just on tow hook attached to bumper.

 

If you are wanting REAL safety replace both.

 

that is better than i expected and what keeps me from swapping to euro bumpers. i want my car to still look decent on the street after some mild track use. a little paint damage here and there doesnt bother me but i would like to avoid wrinkled body panels if possible. i know it is still likely but DOT bumpers should reduce the severity and likelihood. (as seen above)

what tow hook are you using? i was skeptical a bumper mounted one would be strong enough for things like that.

 

Tow hook is sold steel casting similar to the 951 stock one.



This 2 months after my tire wall incided. No new paint on the metal, but 2-3 hr to hammer out the head panel, remove the front spoiler and get the radiator support back to where it needed to be. I did respray the spoiler with rattle can.

 

Well if you need front bumper shocks, I have 2 extra ones if you need it. Pm me if you still need them.