looking for some input on fixing this body damage

[shockwave20]

I don't like taking my car to the shop. I am debating if I should take the bumper skin off and put some heat where the plastic bend. Then I would take it to the shop so they could paint it. I was also thinking about getting a new bumper skin.

[donnieb83]

Sorry to see such a mishap on your baby. I think we've all been there. I'm not familiar with adding heat to fix the issues. It looks like you will need a new lower grill insert piece also. I would recommend a professional shop for a job like this....just my two cents.

[Bravoval]

I don't like taking my car to the shop. I am debating if I should take the bumper skin off and put some heat where the plastic bend. Then I would take it to the shop so they could paint it. I was also thinking about getting a new bumper skin.

Bro you need to talk to some one that does painless dent repair. They can pop that and maybe save it. I would not do the heat unless you combine cold air from a air can.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9OGa9vB42Q



http://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q66 ... 1363572706

http://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q66 ... 1363572590

[shockwave20]

here are some better pictures. The only time I take my car to the shop is for inspection. This is why I am thinking about taking the bumper off or buying a replacement. Then I would take it to the shop to get painted

[Partysan7]

If you want to get these dents done by yourself it is possible, but you have to remove the whole bumper assembly and depending how handy you are will also reflect the outcome, all you need is heat gun and different sizes spoons ( tea table whatever fits for certain ding/dent ) once you remove the bumper put it on saw horses heat the paint carefully ( not too close and long) you dont want to burn through, just to get it nice soft elastic then heat back side a little and push it in with the spoon. As for the scuffs you can touch it up and or try to polish them out if the are not too deep.

[06M4.5]

I would get a new bumper, much easier

[Partysan7]

Getting a new bumper is always an option , he can try to get it fixed atleast from the pics the damage doesnt look so bad.

@shockwave20
Btw. Once the crazy weather is gone and gets a lil warmer I will have this same exact bumper 4sale

[atlM35]

I've pulled out a dent in urethane with my wife's hair dryer, then polished the scratches out.
It's possible with some caution and patience.

[m35atlanta]

$285 shipped on eBay. Color looks like a match. Shop will probably charge you $300 if not more just to repaint your existing bumper.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/08-09-10-INFINI ... 3a&vxp=mtr

[Partysan7]

$285 shipped on eBay. Color looks like a match. Shop will probably charge you $300 if not more just to repaint your existing bumper.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/08-09-10-INFINI ... 3a&vxp=mtr

That bumper is in even worse condition than his. It has a crack on the bottom

[m35atlanta]

$285 shipped on eBay. Color looks like a match. Shop will probably charge you $300 if not more just to repaint your existing bumper.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/08-09-10-INFINI ... 3a&vxp=mtr

That bumper is in even worse condition than his. It has a crack on the bottom

Looking more closely, I think you might be right.

[atlM35]

m35atlanta, are you in the north metro area by chance?

[shockwave20]

once the weather reached 50 degrees I will go outside with a heat gun and try to smooth it out. A new bumper cover is $334 plus shipping. I am considering all options. Would the body shop prefer I bring in the bumper on or off the car? I know one advantage would be no masking off to do.
I received my trunk lip spoiler today. The shape and color looks perfect. It came with 3m tape and 2 small nut and bolt for extra security I assume. I am looking for a lip spoiler for my front bumper so they all could get painted together.

[m35atlanta]

m35atlanta, are you in the north metro area by chance?

Hey atlM35, yes, in Gwinnett. A little more than a mile from 316 off Collins Hill Rd.

And you?

[atlM35]

m35atlanta, are you in the north metro area by chance?

Hey atlM35, yes, in Gwinnett. A little more than a mile from 316 off Collins Hill Rd.

And you?

Looks like we're neighbors. I'm off of Collins Hill at Camp Perrin.
I'll continue this conversation through PM. Don't want to turn this post off topic.

Urethane bumper repair diy

[Iconic]

it'll buff right out

[m35atlanta]

Looks like we're neighbors. I'm off of Collins Hill at Camp Perrin.
I'll continue this conversation through PM. Don't want to turn this post off topic.

[rics8]

I Think you should try a heat gun or high power hair dryer then
take 1500/2000/3000 grit to the bumpber after the compound and buff/polish

[CPJ LB]

...swap out for the Sport bumper.....

[GQM45s]

...swap out for the Sport bumper.....

What he said! ^^^^