Posted by Michelle Steiner on May 18, 2008, 7:39 pm
> I was hoping to fix this for less than the $50.00 deductable and not
> spoil my flawless insurance record.
Even if it is more than $50, you can always opt to pay for it yourself,
and not let the insurance company know. Furthermore, it's been my
experience that claims against comprehensive do not affect your policy.
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Posted by Elmo P. Shagnasty on May 18, 2008, 7:44 pm
> I was hoping to fix this for less than the $50.00 deductable and not spoil
> my flawless insurance record. The bumper is dented in two places. I was
> strong enough to pull one of the dents out be reaching into the opening
> where the plastic grill is mounted and giving it a good pull. 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?
The tear is easily repaired, and bumper cover repair is CHEAP.
Posted by Bob & Holly Wilson on May 18, 2008, 7:56 pm
. . .
> >
> . . . 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?
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?
Posted by Bill on May 18, 2008, 8:59 pm
> . . .
>> >
>> . . . 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?
> 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.
Posted by John H. on May 20, 2008, 2:13 am
>>
>> . . .
>>> >
>>> . . . 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?
>>
>> 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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> spoil my flawless insurance record.