Technical Forums» Aesthetics» Replace or fix?
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RedK11 » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since:  Posts:  |
Replace or fix? |
Fri 07 Jan 2011 06:24:36 PM |
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hi all, my right front fender is dented.
Is it possible to fix this? Or is it easier and cheaper to replace? Replacing it would cost about $175 from wrecker which i can give it a go to paint and install myself. I'm inexperienced in panel beating but if someone can give me a few tips and tricks, i can give it a go in fixing it myself (and save some bucks). |
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mycra » CMF Member melbourne Australia Member since: Posts: |
Re: Replace or fix? |
Sat 08 Jan 2011 02:53:43 AM |
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If you are better at painting.. Buy a new one. I personally hate bodywork with passion...too time consuming and effort.
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frank2 » CMF Member birmingham United Kingdom Member since: Posts: |
Re: Replace or fix? |
Sat 08 Jan 2011 03:54:50 AM |
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you should be able to pull that back into shape with your hands once the bumper is unbolted (they,re only piss thin eh)
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Micra_King » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
Re: Replace or fix? |
Sat 08 Jan 2011 01:26:05 PM |
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frank2 WROTE: "you should be able to pull that back into shape with your hands once the bumper is unbolted (they,re only piss thin eh)" True but use a hair dryer to heat the area you will be bending back as it makes the paint go a bit soft and malleable and stops it from cracking and also makes bending the metal back easier. Just dont overheat the paint or you will burn it. |
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RedK11 » CMF Member Perth Australia Member since: Posts: |
Re: Replace or fix? |
Tue 11 Jan 2011 02:55:55 PM |
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Thanks for the tips Frank2 & Micra_King!
Will post the result as soon as i get the chance to do it! |
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