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Old 10-09-2017, 05:55 PM
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A tree branch fell on my rear hatch lid and rear quarter panel. It chipped the paint on both and the white fiberglass is now showing through.

Is the fiberglass repairable, and if so, does anyone know a good shop in Miami to take it to?
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A tree branch fell on my rear hatch lid and rear quarter panel. It chipped the paint on both and the white fiberglass is now showing through.

Is the fiberglass repairable, and if so, does anyone know a good shop in Miami to take it to?
Each gash is less than 2".
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pics would help...
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If panels are cracked or broken they'll have to be replaced. Anything else can be repaired and repainted. I was amazed when my body man told me our composite panels are easier to work with than metal.
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pics would help...

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