Author Topic: This is my deformed Rear Bumper. The Good News+Nearly done+Undone+NOW DONE!  (Read 35276 times)

Offline Snoopy

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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #30 on: 20 August 2010, 07:50 »
That is bad  :sad: Ive been trying to get photos of mine but the camera does not see what the eye does. And its never sunny unless im at work!
« Last Edit: 20 August 2010, 07:52 by Snoopy »
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #31 on: 23 August 2010, 13:18 »
I think you are a very insensitive person to belittle a wonderful organisation like the Samaritans. I also consider it 'not funny' for you to poke fun at the concerns I have with my car. It might be an insignificant deal for you, but it is not for me.
I have spent my hard earned money on this car and expect certain quality standards.
Needless to say, you may run a heap and don't care how it looks.
« Last Edit: 23 August 2010, 16:36 by am1w »
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #32 on: 23 August 2010, 13:24 »
I think you are a very insensitive person to belittle a wonderful organisation like the Samaritans. I also consider it 'not funny' for you to poke fun at the concerns I have with my car. It might be an insignificant deal for you, but it is not for me.
I have spent my hard earned money on this car and expect certain quality standards.
Needless to say, you run a heap and don't care how it looks.

I don't have a car.  :rolleyes:

Maybe you should check out sense of humour on the tinterweb.

Also I 100% respect what the Samaritans do.
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #33 on: 23 August 2010, 16:41 »
I think you are a very insensitive person to belittle a wonderful organisation like the Samaritans. I also consider it 'not funny' for you to poke fun at the concerns I have with my car. It might be an insignificant deal for you, but it is not for me.
I have spent my hard earned money on this car and expect certain quality standards.
Needless to say, you may run a heap and don't care how it looks.
I don't have a car.  :rolleyes: Amongst other things.
Maybe you should check out sense of humour on the tinterweb. Improve your's.
Also I 100% respect what the Samaritans do. At least we agree on something.
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #34 on: 23 August 2010, 16:45 »


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Nah just kidding. That's a bit poo, hope you get it sorted.

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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #35 on: 23 August 2010, 18:00 »
Thanks Nick.

Tomorrow a guy is coming to try and straighten it with heat. He has experience fixing this type of plastic deformation.

I live in hope!

BTW: Just had an e-mail from VWCS confirming they have received my Official Complaint!
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #36 on: 23 August 2010, 18:33 »
Tomorrow a guy is coming to try and straighten it with heat. He has experience fixing this type of plastic deformation.

I wouldn't try to botch a repair yourself until VWCS get back to you. If they find out you've messed with the bumper, it will provide the perfect excuse for them to leave you high and dry.

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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #37 on: 23 August 2010, 18:43 »
Tomorrow a guy is coming to try and straighten it with heat. He has experience fixing this type of plastic deformation.
I wouldn't try to botch a repair yourself until VWCS get back to you. If they find out you've messed with the bumper, it will provide the perfect excuse for them to leave you high and dry.

It can't get worse than it is. :rolleyes:

He only applies very gentle heat. Slightly hotter than the sun on plastic.

I have seen this guy's work and seen him work on deformed plastic bumpers and it is surprising what excellent results he can obtain.

But thanks for the advice. :smiley:

 
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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #38 on: 23 August 2010, 18:44 »
Tomorrow a guy is coming to try and straighten it with heat. He has experience fixing this type of plastic deformation.

I wouldn't try to botch a repair yourself until VWCS get back to you. If they find out you've messed with the bumper, it will provide the perfect excuse for them to leave you high and dry.

+1

By all means get him have a look and give you a quote but don't do anything until VWCS have made clear their stand on the matter.

nick

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Re: This is how deformed my rear bumper is!
« Reply #39 on: 23 August 2010, 19:04 »
Tomorrow a guy is coming to try and straighten it with heat. He has experience fixing this type of plastic deformation.

I wouldn't try to botch a repair yourself until VWCS get back to you. If they find out you've messed with the bumper, it will provide the perfect excuse for them to leave you high and dry.

+1

By all means get him have a look and give you a quote but don't do anything until VWCS have made clear their stand on the matter.

nick

+2 I would leave alone for the minute.