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Rear door puncture problem

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by bogeybob513, May 25, 2013.

  1. bogeybob513

    bogeybob513 rtc513

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    I have a dilema-some #!# jerk managed to somehow put a hole in my rear door. Upon getting bids to repair it (I have a $500 deductible) I found that it is made of aluminum and that it can't be welded. The lowest price I have is $1200 to replace the door. I'm toying with gluing in a badge of some sort-I can't just let the rain in. The total area affected is less than two inches. Any better ideas out there?
     
    #1 bogeybob513, May 25, 2013
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    jadziasman Prius owner emeritus

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    Just so I understand - is it the left or right side rear door or the hatch door?

    Regardless of which, you should be able to pick up a used door from car-part.com for less than $1200.
     
    #2 jadziasman, May 25, 2013
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    i had to have my hatch replaced on my 04 when i backed into an suv. small dent, but the body guy said you can't repair aluminum. $850. for the whole job including paint. i didn't think that was too bad, but that was 7 or 8 years ago. i don't know if it comes with glass or if they swap it. the badge sounds like a pretty good idea if the repair is too expensive. all the best!(y)
     
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    You could try a vinyl stick on. :) H
     
    #4 HaroldW, May 25, 2013
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    I think the badge idea is good. Thanks for the heads-up about aluminum being hard to repair. Being aluminum, at least it won't be rusting out.
     
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  6. bogeybob513

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    I think BONDO still works on aluminum.
    A piece of aluminum can be riveted or welded to cover the hole first.
     
    #7 bedrock8x, May 26, 2013
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    JMD 2012 Prius 4 Solar Roof

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    Salvage door, guessing it may be more than the $500 you would pay for the deductible.
     
    #8 JMD, May 26, 2013
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    Duct tape? At places like Staples they sell it in large 12x12 inch sheets in various colors and patterns.

    Your profile lists a 2006 - it may be time to rethink raising your deductible.
     
    #9 stevemcelroy, May 28, 2013
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    Thanks-I think I'll do that to seal the opening then glue on a badge to cover the damage. I learned all body shops received a bulletin from Toyota stating they must remove the door or hatch before welding as the computers may be affected. That's why no one will touch it for under $500.
     
    #10 bogeybob513, Jun 4, 2013
  11. JMD

    JMD 2012 Prius 4 Solar Roof

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    Magnesium is used in car parts and if your welding torch touches it that is a huge fire.

    That is why BS have motors data to see where are Welding not spots.

    Be careful
     
    #11 JMD, Jun 4, 2013
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    Thanks-putting a reflector back there-it is on a slow boat from China.
     
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    If seems everything is made in China.
     
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