So I Hit Another Car Options

[brk34]

I rear ended another car and the air bags deployed. No injuries but the car is fairly banged up. I now need to replace all the glass and the airbags. I only want the car to be safely drivable. Cosmetic issues are not so important.


I need to repair or replace some other items. The hood was damaged and also was what I believe is, the upper radiator mount.

How much would purchasing these be. I most likely will replace the hood and the mount my self or have them reshaped if its inexpensive.

The bumper looks fine with no damage to the important underlying structure. It look ugly but functional.

I also need a high beam on the driver's side. The reflector is damaged and I think replacement is the best option. Would it be easy to replace myself.

As for getting the parts (if I decide to replace them) should I attempt to buy from a local individual or look in a junk yard. I'm located on long island New York.

Are there any issues I should look for? There are no fluid leaks, suspension or tire damage.
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[ricochet1490]

it's sitting too low. After i hit my deer, mine was. you have to do one of two things. Either A, find a way to pull the core support up(which means possibly damaging stuff tucked underneath of the lip, wiring etc. or B, what I did, take a side grinder with a cut off wheel, or if you have a plasma cutter or acetylene torch those will also work and my be required.... you need to modify the latch by cutting the holes out to be slots that run downward so you can slide the whole assembly up (some of the sheet metal shielding will need cut as well). That's what I did to get it to close because none of my stuff was busted, rad, condenser etc. and I didn't want to take it out. your latch bolts are flanged, so its no prob as long as you're within about 3/4 of an inch or so, you just need to tighten them down really good. Hope that helps... thats what my issue was anyway Especially if you know that your latch is otherwise functioning properly

This post has been edited by ricochet1490: Aug 29, 2011 - 7:29 PM