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Possible frame damage?

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Tuhrak, Apr 4, 2023.

  1. Apr 4, 2023 at 10:03 PM
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    Tuhrak

    Tuhrak [OP] New Member

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    Hello all,
    I am new to this forum and hope to be part of the 3rd gen. 4Runner family soon.

    I am looking at this 2002 4Runner SR5. It has some damage on the front bumper. Is it possible there is some frame damage because of the impact, or is the damage limited to the bumper?
    Any damage that I’m overlooking? Thank you!

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  2. Apr 4, 2023 at 10:36 PM
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    TN_FunRunner

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    It’s possible but judging from the photos I’d say no.
    But one cannot know for sure from these photos . Do you have any more, specifically of the frame?
     
  3. Apr 4, 2023 at 10:48 PM
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    Superdave1.0

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    You would need to take it apart and measure to know for sure. The frame ends are likely bent, where the bumper brackets attach.
     
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  4. Apr 5, 2023 at 9:04 AM
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    negusm

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    Doubtful, but why not just look at the frame?
     
  5. Apr 7, 2023 at 7:51 AM
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    mousemeat

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    get it up on a hoist, and see if there is any sort of additional damage
     
  6. Apr 8, 2023 at 3:13 PM
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    trlhiker

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    Have it inspected. There can more damage done than the eye can see.
     

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