Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™
Well, I hate to ask the question, but are you sure that the frame wasn't bent in that front-end collison? Before committing to a plan of action, I'd want to be sure that the frame is true.
If the frame needs straightening, then you've got to weigh the cost of that repair against the value of the car. Worst case scenario, it may be cheaper in the long run to buy another DC with a straight chassis.
I'm not a big fan of DIY frame repair.
h: But OTOH, I don't know the scale of the repair either. :happysad:
I don't have any sort of uneven tirewear or anything that would suggest that the frame is out of alignment. Other than the cosmetic fascia damage, the only damage I can tell is that front bracket that the radiator sits in, is rolled under like being hit under the chin.