New Z owner here. Could use some advice!
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New Z owner here. Could use some advice!
Hi there. I just got my 04 touring a few days ago and the car runs great it just has some cosmetic blemishes that I could use some advice on.
First of all the corner bolt where the bumper meets the fender it seems that the fender bent/broke and it creates this hideous panel gap. Any ideas on how to fix this without buying a new fender??
Next isnt that bad but my reverse light looks out of place. Has anyone else had this problem? Is it as simple as sticking my hand in there and moving it?
And last the rims are pretty ****ed up... breaks my heart. Anyways I'm planning on plastidipping the rims but theres a lot of dents/scratches/gashes. How should I deal with this before the plasti-dip or should I just spray them over?
Here are the pictures: http://imgur.com/a/HslJg
First of all the corner bolt where the bumper meets the fender it seems that the fender bent/broke and it creates this hideous panel gap. Any ideas on how to fix this without buying a new fender??
Next isnt that bad but my reverse light looks out of place. Has anyone else had this problem? Is it as simple as sticking my hand in there and moving it?
And last the rims are pretty ****ed up... breaks my heart. Anyways I'm planning on plastidipping the rims but theres a lot of dents/scratches/gashes. How should I deal with this before the plasti-dip or should I just spray them over?
Here are the pictures: http://imgur.com/a/HslJg
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Man, that's a lot of damage. The previous owner didn't tell you what they did to it? Those aren't cosmetic, they're serious issues that will need more than the typical "that will buff right out" job.
You'll need to find a specialist that can fix your wheels. The guys who powdercoat or paint wheels can probably smooth out those scratches.
The fender and bumper issues will need a body shop, IMO. That's if you want to make sure it looks stock and aligns properly. I don't think it can be fixed in your garage.
You'll need to find a specialist that can fix your wheels. The guys who powdercoat or paint wheels can probably smooth out those scratches.
The fender and bumper issues will need a body shop, IMO. That's if you want to make sure it looks stock and aligns properly. I don't think it can be fixed in your garage.
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Oh man, that is some of the worst curb rash I've seen, your local Nissan dealership should have a contract with a shop that repairs wheels, it's usually not too costly.
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