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Old 11-29-2003, 03:46 PM
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Default Front End Damage

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Well, it happened - I ran over a really short metal stop on a gate entrance, slicing off about 4 inches of fiberglass on the bottom center and damaging the, I believe, oil cooler unit - so oil went all over the place.

Questions - it appears that the (I'm I right) oil cooler unit (centered in the bottom opening - looks like a really small radiator) is connected at the top by lines to the engine and at the bottom by two bolts. Do I simply take those off to take out the unit? Anything else I need to consider? Also, if the unit cannot be repaired, where can I secure another unit?

As far as the body is concerned, what are the options as the piece that was sliced out looks beyond repair for re-attachment. Is a "section" of the bottom front available or does someone have to mold a piece of fiberglass to repair the center?

Any input would be appreciated.
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