I’m with Kevin.

I think trying to cut out large sections as marked may also reduce the bracket/bumper/tow hitch stability and strength.

Drilling a hole would mean when you need to remove the bumper, that would mean disturbing/disassembling the taillight wiring.


~ Dan
1951 Chevy 3 window 3100
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