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Re:Toyota Will Adopt Tesla-Style Cast Bodies That Might Be I... by SoftTalker on Saturday October 07, 2023 @04:12PM (#37805122)
It often does if it's severe, but if the frame is just "tweaked" it can often be pulled back into spec with specialzed jigs and equipment. Any comprehensive collision repair shop will have that equipment.
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Re:Toyota Will Adopt Tesla-Style Cast Bodies That Might Be I... by SkyPuncher on Saturday October 07, 2023 @05:21PM (#37805684)
My understanding is it’s just not common to do that anymore. Most vehicles are already unibody, so fixing frames is much harder.

If the damage is bad enough o require a frame fix, it’s very likely there’s significant damage to other parts of the car.

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