2002 Ford Ranger Rear-End Damage

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REEN8888
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2002 Ford Ranger extended cab 67000mi. Manual trans. I was rear ended. I was stopped, he hit me at maybe 25 mph? twice! passengerside. Appeared to have only messed up the bumper, however, last night heard a loud "sproing" sound and saw dents poking back out of the bumper like something under pressure let loose. Can see evidence (clips and bars) under the truck that the bed or frame must have moved forward on the passenger side 1/2" or less.. Insurance has only looked at cosmetic repairs and I want to be sure I don't get stuck with something more down the road. Any suggestions as to what else to have someone look for? Thanks!
May 4, 2006 at 1:52 AM
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PEPPERMRJ
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A shop with a framew machine will be able to tell you for sure. Most times they know by looking. Take it out and get an estimate.

good luck and let us know. :)
May 6, 2006 at 9:23 AM
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Have a shop with a frame machine inspect the truck and provide an estimate; they can usually tell by looking whether the frame or bed shifted.

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The owner of a 2002 Ford Ranger was rear-ended twice at about 25 mph on the passenger side while stopped. The bumper looked like the only damage, but a loud spring-like sound later occurred and dents popped outward, with clips and bars suggesting the bed or frame moved forward about half an inch on the passenger side. Insurance had considered only cosmetic repairs. The expert advised taking it to a shop with a frame machine, which can usually confirm any hidden damage by inspection and provide an estimate.

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