A car frame is the core foundation of a vehicle. Besides being an integral part of the car, it also keeps doors aligned when they are shut, supports the bumpers and motor, and provides a sturdy steel base that is used to build everything that makes up the vehicle. This is why expert frame straightening is so crucial after an accident.
If a run-in on the road results in a damaged or bent frame, it affects road safety and may be impossible to drive the car until it is fixed. Current vehicles sustain the majority of the impact of fender-benders or accidental collisions.
They have ‘crumple zones’ that bear the brunt of damage instead of the passengers. Depending on the incident, the frame may be damaged or bent. Straightening or fixing a bent frame on one’s own may be possible, but due to the frame being an integral part of the vehicle, it is crucial that safety is not compromised.
There may be internal damage, such as a crushed radiator, or something off with the brakes or steering capacities. It is best to have professionals like those at Superior Auto Body do the straightening and welding.
Fresno Auto Frame Straightening
If the damage is not adequately taken care of, there is a potential danger. Having the frame of a vehicle fixed typically means a body shop will use professional-grade equipment such as frame racks and measuring devices that bend fractured metal to as near to the original shape as possible.
If not done correctly, welding significantly reduces the metal’s instructional integrity at the weld points. The skills of professional welders are required to ensure the safety of the frame. An auto body repair shop is usually able to diagnose as bent frame right away.
Signs of a Bent Car Frame
Sometimes a bent frame is minor enough that it escapes detection until symptoms occur while driving.
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Those symptoms include:
- Uneven fit
- Wheel alignment issues
- Wear on suspension and shocks
A bent frame can cause ill-fitting components of the vehicle. Doors may not close entirely, or there may be a gap between the door and frame. Bumpers not being straight or uneven body panels are indications of damage to the frame.
A bent frame may cause alignment problems. If the car pulls to one side when driving, the alignment may be off. Wheel often don’t track properly is the frame is bent. Front and rear wheels do not track in the same way. It makes a slight side-to-side movement while driving.
A bent frame puts more pressure on some suspension parts than others. It causes the suspension system and brakes to wear unevenly. A bent frame may cause reoccurring problems with a suspension. The longer the vehicle is driven with a bent frame, the more damage that can be done to the car. Let Superior Auto Body in Fresno assess the damage and make the car drivable again!
