Thanks, Frank. I'll try shimming the rear end of that bracket downward. I've already shimmed the bumper forward at the middle bracket, and that helped a bit. It's now as good as it's going to get by loosening all of the bolts and moving the bumper to the limits of its travel on the various mounting holes and slots. I might end up needing to slot the holes in the outboard bracket, and possibly the one in the fender also.
Yeah, that upper support is definitely aftermarket. I think the hood is probably original, but the nose has been replaced. I do suspect you're right that the fiberglass below the grille is lower than it should be, thus the taller opening. Fortunately, it really doesn't show unless one's eyes get to or below the bumper level. And this car will never be judged as long as I own it. I'm not into that scene. It's just a decent driver.
Live well,
SJW
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