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Old 02-26-12, 02:06 PM
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I recently bought my car a couple of months ago, and the previous owner's friend hit the car. Since it was his friend he didn't really want to report it (understandable) but this is the result. I was wondering if there was a way for me to do it instead of bringing it to the shop. (As in what parts do I need, tools)
Another note I have a squeaky clutch?.. Can anyone tell me what's up with that?

(Also looking for a 92 OEM Wheel )
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Old 02-26-12, 07:08 PM
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Unless you already know what you are doing(which you obviously dont), the answer is no. Body work and paint are not easy and best left to pros. Youll find that we do pretty much everything to our cars... except paint and body. That is, unless you are a paint and body guy.
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Squeaky clutch could be solved with liquid wrench or it might need a new clutch pedal assembly to stop the squeak. Consider yourself fortunate to have this problem. Doing a 5spd conversion is a PITA.
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you goin to need lots of parts, fender, bumper, headlights, high beam, bumper frame, and probably hood.
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I see... so I HAVE to bring it to a shop, would it be cheaper if I bought all the buy all the parts myself or just let the pro do it? Also @Reesestrict I do consider my self lucky to have this, I've heard from many friends that 5spd conversion is very tedious, Good luck to you man.
Thanks for the answer everybody! (still looking for the OEM wheel...and now a clutch assembly PM me if you want to sell! Thanks again CL)
Old 02-26-12, 08:40 PM
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You might want to take off your front bumper to get a better look at the whole picture to see what's going on. You could of bent you're core support and would either need to get a new one or start tweaking it back to place the best you can
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let a pro do the cosmetics.
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For cosmetics you should trust a pro. Clutch assembly, check near by yards.
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i also agree removing the bumper would prove better for the eye. also get the parts oin your own that need replacing. then take it to a body guy if need be. it will be way cheaper since you will only be paying for labor.
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The fender and hood might be ok, clearly there is a dent in it but that can be pulled out. Take off the front bumper and lets see what is damaged.
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