Series front bumper over-riders were bolted to the bumper. There were two types though:

A. The early type bolts to the top of the bumper (hidden bolts)
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B. The late type also has exposed bolts on the face of the bumper.
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You may have seen the early type and assumed it was welded, or you may have seen one that was welded post-factory.