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jjcarr1

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Front air dam repair
« on: April 10, 2010, 07:48:47 PM »
Does anyone have details on repairing the front air dam?  My lip spoiler is fine, but the metal part under the bumper is bent up a little.  Does anyone know if it's a bolt-on body part, or if it's welded?
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« Reply #1 on: April 10, 2010, 08:44:54 PM »
I thought it was bolt on.  I think you can get a whole new panel from the dealer for around $250, maybe $300.
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Front air dam repair
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2010, 07:18:11 AM »
Yep, it bolts on.  Lots and lots of 8mm hex sheet metal screws.
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« Reply #3 on: April 11, 2010, 07:31:58 AM »
Great, thanks.  I wasn't sure if I wanted to even start tearing into it unless I knew there weren't any welds.
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