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2002 Monte Carlo SS, got backed into a wall, DIY repair?

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Old 08-04-2012, 10:46 PM
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And cracks can't be repaired easily, can they? It is cracked pretty darn bad. Was like that when I got it.
 
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Old 08-04-2012, 10:48 PM
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Coupe wouldn't be too small or not fit at all if I got it? That can be plan B.
 
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Old 08-04-2012, 10:49 PM
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They can but it costs cuz most shops dont wanna mess with anything larger than a small crack
 
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Old 08-04-2012, 10:52 PM
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That's okay, I was fine with the crack before. I'll get him back to tip-top shape. Baby steps.
 
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Old 08-04-2012, 10:55 PM
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Yup, you can always search local salvage yards for bumpers too & just save up for paint
 
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Old 08-05-2012, 02:38 PM
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"Doctor! Will he live?? "




 
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Originally Posted by 03JGMonte
Well that red bumper is for a HS kit so deff wouldnt want that one
Whoops! I didn't look at the rest of the pictures to see the slots and connector holes. I just looked at the trim to see the non-high-sport lip.

After seeing the pictures, I, personally would say get a new cover. Most body shops don't want to mess with the detail (especially around the lower trim) trying to repair the damage. So they'll charge you an arm and a leg instead.
 
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Old 08-05-2012, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike 00LS
Whoops! I didn't look at the rest of the pictures to see the slots and connector holes. I just looked at the trim to see the non-high-sport lip.

After seeing the pictures, I, personally would say get a new cover. Most body shops don't want to mess with the detail (especially around the lower trim) trying to repair the damage. So they'll charge you an arm and a leg instead.

And there is no way to sand it down and paint myself? New covers are like $300 + have to get it painted.
 
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Old 08-05-2012, 02:47 PM
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I just won't look at it for a very long time until I can afford to fix it =""( lol
 
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Well I don't see anything really cracked, just a lot of scuffs and chipped paint, so you could probably sand it down and for the most part, be ok. Mike (03JG) is the resident body guy here so I'd wait for him to chime in as well.
 


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