michalik_piotr

So on April 6th I posted pics of the accident, I just got it back on monday... its not perfect but I'm happy with it. I cashed out (avoided paying my $2k detuctable), got a TJM, tint and a deck out of it too. Wheels tires and maybe a small body lift or suspension next.

wormhole

Good to see that you got it fixed. Time for some lights on that bumper.

Djlarroc

Nice. I see you blacked everything out too. Looks good!

michalik_piotr

Thanks guys, its soo good to have it back (the kia rental was killing me!).
I'm going to put my old Hella 500's that I had on my '85 on as soon as I find the time and the small Hella Optilux under the rear for back up.

shaw_j

Looks really good!
I like the solid color and the black out grill.

infiltrator

Yeah, I know what it is like driving a KIA.
Looks great, I was soo happy when I got mine tinted.
I got 7 windows (5 darkest, front 2 a couple shades lighter) for $135 I think.

Rock Slide

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Looks really good. Personally, I think your next mod should be getting a Sport hood. That would really finish off that sport look you got going.

You say it's not perfect, but you're happy with it...how so? And wow, a $2k deduct, better you than me.

Marley2984

well when you decide to upgrade your wheels and tires, I'll be more than happy to buy those sport wheels off you. I've been trying to find a set to buy.

Elton

looks nice you should get some hella 700s or 500s for the bumper

michalik_piotr

yes, sport hood would be awesome if i could find one for cheap.
already got hella 500's, just need time to mount them.
i'm keeping the wheels b/c i like them, will paint them black and get 265/75 at's.
ya, loving the tint and so is my dog, $160 for 15% all windows.
ya, $2k detuctables suck but like i said, i awoided paying it b/c i cashed out for $4k, it was $6k of damage. its not perfect b/c the bumper has small gaps around the fenders and the headlight does not fit quite right (one of the tabs was broken off but we reused it vs. getting new one to save money), paint is not perfect...but like i said, i'm ok with it, avoided paying the deductable and got a cpl things on top of it including paying for my rental which my ins. did not cover.

pattycakes77

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is that 2WD? i would definitely get a suspension or body lift next. it's so much nicer looking down at everyone plus the air is cleaner!

looks like you got some good stuff. there is a body shop in town here that says "when getting in an accident is actually good for you car" talking about how good they are at repairing; but i would say you made out pretty good with your accident!

michalik_piotr

yes, its 4x4 and some kind of lift and tires are next

91Toyota

Nice, now if someone hits that bumper they will sure as hell be toast!...lol

Elton - I swear your on thumpertalk...but not 100% sure since I haven't been there in about 6 months...lol

Jay204

What was the total repair estimate on your truck? If you don't mind me asking ?

michalik_piotr

$6k, cashed out for $4k, got it fixed for $2.8k and with the remainder got the tjm, alpine, tint and paid for the rental kia. so, i'm stoked....

put my hellas on lastnight too, pics soon.

Jay204

hehe thats good! So did your insurance pay for most of it then ? Only reason I ask..is cause I work for an insurance coporation..just curious to how claims are handled elswhere in the world! Sorry just seen what you paid on your detuctable...i'm happy I have public insurance vs private. Hittin 2 deer in my truck last summer landed me almost 6K$ estimate....my detuctable is 200$ :S

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Jdizzydub

Doesn't even look like the same rig, i remember when you posted the crash pics. It looks really good and i like the blacked out look as well!

Who did your tint?? I'm in the market to do that real soon, like in the month.