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Old May 10, 2010 | 08:07 PM
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I recently bought a 2000 camaro with some damage behind the passenger side fender. The fender has already been replaced but there is some damage to the support/frame rail (sorry to sound dumb here but I really don't know what to call it) behind the fender. The outer section of it is crumbled up pretty bad but I noticed there are some tack welds holding it on(The part the fender actually rests on) I was wondering if I could drill those welds out and replace the whole piece. I know my description sucks but I don't know how to post pics. If anybody can give me some advice please let me know, I'll be glad to send you pics of the damage I'm talking about. Thanks in advance for any one willing to help.

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Old May 10, 2010 | 09:41 PM
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your talking about the fender apron. yes its cutting the spot welds and re weld new piece BUT if theres apron damage it should be set up on a frame machine and measured
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Old May 10, 2010 | 10:38 PM
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I'm so glad to actually hear a name for it lol. Is there any way I can buy one new? I figure I'm going out on a limb but worth a shot.
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Old May 11, 2010 | 11:21 PM
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I've been looking around for a new one just to see if I can find a price somewhere, but no luck so far. If any one has any ideas please let me know.
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http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/catalog/frameset.cfm

go to fender then structual
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