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Posted by John H. on May 19, 2008, 10:13 pm
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>>
>> . . .
>>> >
>>> . . . It went
>>> "boink" and popped back into shape without damaging the paint. I'm not
>>> strong enough to pull the other dent out however if it pops out under
>>> hydraulic pressure, the only remaining damage to the bumper will be the
>>> 5"
>>> tear. If the tear can be repaired, then, I can ignore the bent radiator
>>> mount, buy the plastic grill pieces (center piece and piece that
>>> surrounds
>>> one fog light) and a new fog light housing. Anyone know if the tear can
>>> be
>>> repaired?
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>> As long as no metal was bent, you'll be OK but I would recommend getting
>> the wheel alignment checked. You might not feel the problem but testing
>> will ensure you can fix any latent defect before it shows up in worn
>> rubber.
>>
>> GOOD LUCK!
>> Bob Wilson
>>
>> ps. Did the raccoon have a white cane and attitude?
>
> Thank you Bob, Elmo, Mike and Michelle for your thoughtful replies and
> useful information. I'll let you know what the guys at the local body
> shops (two in a town with a population of 350) have to say about this
> tomorrow.
>
> The raccoon was jay-walking (running) without a cane. This roadway
> abounds with critters including deer, bear, turkeys. feral cats and an
> occasional horse or cow. For this reason I normally drive it at 45 at
> night but I was tired and in a hurry. The speed limit is 55 but frankly I
> should have been driving 45 and deserve 100% of the blame for this. I'm
> glad I didn't hit one of the larger critters.
>
>
You better watch out. I saw the raccoon's mother on TV tonight, saying that
it was YOUR fault. Her son would NEVER jay-walk but just couldn't hear your
evil Prius! ;-}
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