89 345 Exterior Damage

[wimpy]

PO had close encounter with solid something. Bumper contact pushed in (about 1.5 inches) right front skin out.
Is this something a body shop would be able to pull out or will this require skin replacement?

[martin300662]

Probably a new panel. The originals are preformed (bent to shape) but aren't available anymore. Take a look at the Peanut thread to see how Ernie and Brad repaired almost the same damage on Peanut (http://www.airforums.com/forums/f310...on-148273.html)

[sgschwend]

If you remove the panel you could straighten it with an English Wheel. There are thread hear that show multiple users fixing panels. The wheel tends to do well with the creases which are difficult to remove by other methods.

steve

[wimpy]

Good to know!