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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 11:13 PM
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I own an 1980 Z28 Camaro but the body got pretty dinged up last summer from a hail storm. What you think I should do Find a different body for it or try to repair the body I have now for it.. The body is very damaged with dents and that but right now i have no clue what i should do about the body ??? any ideals out there
 
Old Oct 20, 2009 | 11:24 PM
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How many dents does it have? If the body is real solid, you might want to consider taking it into a dentbusters (paintless repair) shop. I've had them do hail damage repairs before, and they do wonders. They massage the dents out, and you can't tell once they're done. You could easily spend more on replacement panels, installation time, and paint, especially if your paint job is in otherwise good condition.
 
Old Oct 20, 2009 | 11:35 PM
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The hood has the most dents in it but the side and that gots maybe around 20 or a little but more on the sides and top of the car all together
 
Old Oct 21, 2009 | 06:50 AM
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What Camaro 69 said! At least find one of those places and get an estimate so you will have an idea of that type repair vs cost of replacing hood and panels. If you go the replacement part, check your local bone yards to see what they have available. You might get lucky and find something same color as the one you have.
 
Old Oct 23, 2009 | 11:20 AM
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the original body from the company is worth on car. you can repair the dents on the budget issue. else its better to set a new body for your vehicle
 




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