Dented rocker panel - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

daftpunk · 01-29-2014, 06:40 PM

I was walking to my car today and noticed this.
I have no idea when/what it happened, or how long it's been damaged. I can only assume that because it's been absolutely freezing cold in ontario, that it happened while pulling into a driveway where a snowbank froze over rock solid. The paint pressure-cracked and is exposing metal - meaning I've got to fix it ASAP. Not to mention that my OCD is kicking in real hard and it's tormenting =(

I've started emailing for quotes, but if anybody could fill me in on what to look out for in terms of workmanship for this repair, and what to avoid (i.e. drilling holes to pull dents) that'd be awesome.

For those in Ontario, I'm likely gonna go with Chipmasters Markham, due to their reputation and expertise in repairing these types of damages.
There's been a couple threads started over similar damage but OPs never followed up after their repairs.
Thanks, everyone!

tbertran · 01-30-2014, 07:05 PM

Man, I know the feeling...
I kissed a sidewalk while turning into a parking spot and this happened.

Not exactly the same damage since mine was more on the side but I would guess the price to fix is similar. I PM'ed you a copy of my detailed invoice to get an idea.

yugiooh · 01-30-2014, 07:26 PM

can i also see ur invoice my rocker is bent in too

chenshuo · 01-30-2014, 08:27 PM

OP, by judging from the small image, the shape and size and the location of that dent looks suspicious. It looks like someone was trying jack up your car and placed the jack wrong. I have a very similar dent, not as big as yours on my car, at the same location of the car, because i was stupid and didn't place my jack properly :p

Bonburner · 01-30-2014, 08:29 PM

ouch I have a tiny blip in mine nowhere as serious as you guys so I just did some touch up and said whatever for now lol

wrohdejr · 01-30-2014, 08:54 PM

OP i almost bet you threw something up with the tire to cause that!

tC2FR-S · 01-30-2014, 10:38 PM

Same kinda thing happened to me. I was driving down a trader joes parking ramp that has a 90 deg right turn in. The is a curb that juts out at the corner of the turn.
3 buck chuck quickly became 1139 buck chuck.

daftpunk · 01-31-2014, 01:46 PM

Wow, seems like damage to that area is more common than I thought!
Im bringing the car in tomorrow for repair.. I wish I could wait till it gets warmer, but I don't know if the metal underneath has been compromised from the paint cracking, and don't want to take any chances. Luckily no there's no rust so far in spite of all the salt on the road.

To all the bodywork experts, would having this done during the cold weather (at least -7 most days) be detrimental to the longevity of the repair? Not like I have much choice, but just curious.

N1rve · 02-03-2014, 03:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daftpunk

Wow, seems like damage to that area is more common than I thought!
Im bringing the car in tomorrow for repair.. I wish I could wait till it gets warmer, but I don't know if the metal underneath has been compromised from the paint cracking, and don't want to take any chances. Luckily no there's no rust so far in spite of all the salt on the road.

To all the bodywork experts, would having this done during the cold weather (at least -7 most days) be detrimental to the longevity of the repair? Not like I have much choice, but just curious.

Cars are painted indoors... and usually auto body shops give a life time warranty on their work so I wouldn't worry on longevity.

stevo_12v · 02-03-2014, 05:18 AM

You could always get TRD side skirts. They will cover all the above shown dents.

Acid18 · 02-03-2014, 05:34 AM

thought of sharing the same i think i belong.. i got 2 one on each side..

http://flic.kr/p/jHCRCu

Mad1723 · 02-03-2014, 04:24 PM

How much did it cost? I scratched mine on a cement block getting into a parking lot the other day. I'm wondering how much it'll be to fix this thing.

daftpunk · 02-04-2014, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mad1723

How much did it cost? I scratched mine on a cement block getting into a parking lot the other day. I'm wondering how much it'll be to fix this thing.

PMed
My car will be completed tomorrow, but I might not be able to pick it up until the weekend. Will depend if I'm able to get time off work.
I keep getting a nagging feeling that I should have taken it to European Autobody (ferrari authorized) or Luxury autobody since they're considered the best in the area. I didnt think the area of damage warranted the price I'd be paying though.
I hope hindsight doesnt kick me in the ass =(

Mad1723 · 02-04-2014, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daftpunk

PMed
My car will be completed tomorrow, but I might not be able to pick it up until the weekend. Will depend if I'm able to get time off work.
I keep getting a nagging feeling that I should have taken it to European Autobody (ferrari authorized) or Luxury autobody since they're considered the best in the area. I didnt think the area of damage warranted the price I'd be paying though.
I hope hindsight doesnt kick me in the ass =(

Report back on the state of the car when you get it back

01-29-2014, 06:40 PM	#1
daftpunk Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Location: Toronto Posts: 190 Thanks: 158 Thanked 93 Times in 53 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Dented rocker panel I was walking to my car today and noticed this. I have no idea when/what it happened, or how long it's been damaged. I can only assume that because it's been absolutely freezing cold in ontario, that it happened while pulling into a driveway where a snowbank froze over rock solid. The paint pressure-cracked and is exposing metal - meaning I've got to fix it ASAP. Not to mention that my OCD is kicking in real hard and it's tormenting =( I've started emailing for quotes, but if anybody could fill me in on what to look out for in terms of workmanship for this repair, and what to avoid (i.e. drilling holes to pull dents) that'd be awesome. For those in Ontario, I'm likely gonna go with Chipmasters Markham, due to their reputation and expertise in repairing these types of damages. There's been a couple threads started over similar damage but OPs never followed up after their repairs. Thanks, everyone! __________________ 2013 Firestorm Scion FRS 2005 Civic SI Sedan- Sold 2004 Impreza WRX - Sold 1992 Civic Hatchback - Parted, RIP

01-30-2014, 07:05 PM	#2
tbertran Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: Subaru BRZ (6027xx) Premium Manual Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 280 Thanks: 83 Thanked 171 Times in 85 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Man, I know the feeling... I kissed a sidewalk while turning into a parking spot and this happened. Not exactly the same damage since mine was more on the side but I would guess the price to fix is similar. I PM'ed you a copy of my detailed invoice to get an idea. __________________ FT86SpeedFactory catted UEL Header / GReddy EVO3 Catback / Cosworth Drop-in air filter / Shifteck short throw shifter / Kartboy pulley / Rear bumper diffuser / Perrin shorty antenna / Raceseng Slammer knob / Carsmo armrest / Clear side markers / 10" CustomSubEnclosure\|Rockford R500X1D\|Rockford P3D4-10 / Perrin Inlet Hose / GrimmSpeed front strut bar / Valentine V1 with BlendMount / All LED Inside

01-30-2014, 08:27 PM	#4
chenshuo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: WRB BRZ Location: Toronto Posts: 1,260 Thanks: 259 Thanked 473 Times in 245 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	OP, by judging from the small image, the shape and size and the location of that dent looks suspicious. It looks like someone was trying jack up your car and placed the jack wrong. I have a very similar dent, not as big as yours on my car, at the same location of the car, because i was stupid and didn't place my jack properly :p __________________

01-31-2014, 01:46 PM	#8
daftpunk Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion FRS Location: Toronto Posts: 190 Thanks: 158 Thanked 93 Times in 53 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Wow, seems like damage to that area is more common than I thought! Im bringing the car in tomorrow for repair.. I wish I could wait till it gets warmer, but I don't know if the metal underneath has been compromised from the paint cracking, and don't want to take any chances. Luckily no there's no rust so far in spite of all the salt on the road. To all the bodywork experts, would having this done during the cold weather (at least -7 most days) be detrimental to the longevity of the repair? Not like I have much choice, but just curious. __________________ 2013 Firestorm Scion FRS 2005 Civic SI Sedan- Sold 2004 Impreza WRX - Sold 1992 Civic Hatchback - Parted, RIP

02-03-2014, 05:34 AM	#11
Acid18 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 2013 GT86 Lightning Red Location: Dubai UAE Posts: 131 Thanks: 60 Thanked 16 Times in 12 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	thought of sharing the same i think i belong.. i got 2 one on each side.. http://flic.kr/p/jHCRCu __________________ Mods: VDS Headers, Milltek Header Back System Resonated, H&R Sport Springs, AFE Magnum Flow Drop In filter, Stock Flat Black Dipped Rims, Black Dipped bumper tongue, Blacked out LED Headlights, Blacked out Tail lights Last edited by Acid18; 02-03-2014 at 05:50 AM. Reason: change photo

01-30-2014, 07:26 PM	#3
yugiooh Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: whiteout scion frs Location: nyc Posts: 91 Thanks: 12 Thanked 14 Times in 10 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	can i also see ur invoice my rocker is bent in too

01-30-2014, 10:38 PM	#7
tC2FR-S Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 12 Thanks: 1 Thanked 18 Times in 9 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Same kinda thing happened to me. I was driving down a trader joes parking ramp that has a 90 deg right turn in. The is a curb that juts out at the corner of the turn. 3 buck chuck quickly became 1139 buck chuck.

02-03-2014, 04:24 PM	#12
Mad1723 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: Asphalt FR-S Location: Quebec, Canada Posts: 654 Thanks: 822 Thanked 418 Times in 222 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	How much did it cost? I scratched mine on a cement block getting into a parking lot the other day. I'm wondering how much it'll be to fix this thing.

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