Auto body repair & detailing/fender replacement

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Expert: William Forster - 10/8/2007


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2000 Buick Regal  passenger side fender needs replacing. Can I do this myself? I am somewhat mechanically inclined, but not much experience in auto body repair. Can you give me a short description on how to replace it? Thank You Bill

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This car is too new to learn auto body repair on. If you don't blend the door, it will stick out like a sore thumb. They are actually a pain to remove, especially without damaging the paint on the hood and door. The hinge is welded to the fender, so the hood must be unbolted and supported. The headlamp needs removed, the front bumper may need at least partially removed, and the fender liner needs removed. Bill

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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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