Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Hi neighbor hit the carbon section this morning, really they only touched it Sadly it has "torn" the carbon very slightly What is the best way to repair this. It was not their fault I heard then put it into reverse and it moved forward. Same thing happened to me when I drove it Just want it looking less obvious, not going to ask good neighbors to pay for a new bumper Thanks Gary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Duff 79 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Have you got a picture? When you say 'torn' do you mean that the plastic is split? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Well it's not carbon, it's plastic? I think we need pictures! Hard to work this out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tareim 343 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 following this thread to see possible solutions as I want to blank off the 2 numberplate holes without it looking awful due to the pattern Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smudge 1020 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Sorry, you put it in reverse and it goes forward?! I smell bullshit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tareim 343 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Sorry, you put it in reverse and it goes forward?! I smell bullshit could have a merc 190e with the dog leg box but a gear stick with a standard pattern on it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deacon 1357 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Sorry, you put it in reverse and it goes forward?! I smell bullshit I'm guessing they mean instead of lifting the lockout and putting it in reverse they put it in first by accident. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Seriously put it into reverse and it moved forward, definitely into reverse, at least I was certain it was. No bull, which I find offensive and unhelpful and unbecoming of this forum. I was there when she did it so I can confirm what happened. I was certain she had put it reverse, Just wish I had moved the cars to make her manoeuvre easier Will post pictures tomorrow, yes it's the plastic carbon weave stuff that is damaged I know it's not carbon btw hence the quotes in the title. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Easiest option is get and fit a new black plastic bit to the rear bumper. Can't be that expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Unfortunately dealer says is the whole bumper plus painting. It does look one piece do that might be correct Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted August 6, 2015 How much is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 To Be honest I did not ask as I would not ask my friend and neighbor to pay that much - just the painting is more than I would expect them to pay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 Photo of the damage I am assuming the carbon effect is in in fact a wrap? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 No it's not a wrap, sand it down a bit lightly then blast it with a heat gun for 2-5 seconds. It'll turn the same colour as the rest of it job done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 That sounds like the voice of experience!! Thank you I see you are in Surrey too - any chance I could come over and you could show me how (as I don't have a heat gun!?) As I don't have a heat gun, I am a baker so happy to bring cake !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 That sounds like the voice of experience!! Thank you I see you are in Surrey too - any chance I could come over and you could show me how (as I don't have a heat gun!?) As I don't have a heat gun, I am a baker so happy to bring cake !!! Heat guns are great for restoring plactics, it should in theory make it darker. Despite the damage still being there it shouldn't be anywhere near as visible. Bring it over this Saturday if you like, having a BBQ round mine for the club anyway http://www.gt86.org.uk/forums/topic/2763-robs-gt86bq-surrey-part-3/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gringosteve 213 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 I have the same issue on mine, watching intently for a fix _____________________________________ www.im-tuned.uk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keethos 842 Report post Posted August 7, 2015 I can confirm that the rear bumper is one whole piece with the coloured and carbon effect areas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solwood 10 Report post Posted August 8, 2015 Sorry Rob can't make out as in Bournemouth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
