Big Bumper -> Small Bumper Question

[mookie]

I've got a hankering (once it's back from Le Garage) to look for some small, chrome finished bumpers for my Mk 2 GTi to replace the big bumpers already on. Before I go spending money, would it be simply a case of unbolting the existing bumpers and slotting on the new smaller versions? I know to go small-to-big you need to add holes: are these holes (which I already have) visible with a small bumper on, or are they covered? I've looked through the many guides for big bumper conversion and can't find much about this one.

Ta.

[Veedubgt18v]

they will be covered. its as simple as bolts but u will need some additional body panel at the front and different arches and sills (if ur keeping them) cos they wont match up

[mookie]

u will need some additional body panel at the front

Which bit exactly?

[...joe]

there is a front valance that connects the wings across the front. also i disagree the holes will be visible but they are below the bumper so nothing to worry about too much.

[T_J_G]

Where are you from? I've got a Tornado red front valence but can't take it off till i have a Tornado Red bumper to put on..meant to be getting brackets but they huys taking ages to send 'em.

Tim