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Hi there, I have an 06 Dodge charger, 88,000 kms approximate. I was hit on the driver side, I was travelling at 100 km/h, the other vehicle hit me at 120 km/h, most damage done between driver door and front wheel. Body shop fixes the exterior of the car tip top. 1-2 weeks later I find out that both motor mounts are broken and that the tie rods are bent in the exact same location on both sides. Is this a strong connection to the accident?
Absolutely. You need to get with the insurance company and file and additional damage claim with them. The body shop should be more than willing to help you file the claim, but you might have to have a mechanic do the repairs. The car will need a 4 wheel allignment once the repairs are completed, also. All these things should be covered. Bill
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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