{"id":34890,"date":"2024-03-18T07:53:38","date_gmt":"2024-03-18T14:53:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.freeautomechanic.com\/mechanic\/forum\/?p=34890"},"modified":"2024-03-18T07:53:40","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T14:53:40","slug":"honda-accord-coupe-frame-measurement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freeautomechanic.com\/mechanic\/forum\/2024\/03\/honda-accord-coupe-frame-measurement","title":{"rendered":"Honda Accord Coupe Frame Measurement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Can you obtain an accurate frame measurement with out removing the muffler?  If you don&#8217;t remove it and it is out of specs in that location does that mean there is no frame damage?  I had my frame measured after accident and body shop told me it was only out of spec because they placed the magnets in a diff location and the frame is fine. I don&#8217;t feel like they are being honest with me<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Measuring a&nbsp;<strong>car frame<\/strong>&nbsp;is essential for assessing its integrity and identifying any damage. Here are some methods you can use to measure a car frame:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Front-to-Rear Measurement<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is a straightforward method. Measure from the\u00a0<strong>front left farthest point<\/strong>\u00a0to the\u00a0<strong>right rear farthest point<\/strong>, and then repeat from the\u00a0<strong>front right<\/strong>\u00a0to the\u00a0<strong>left rear<\/strong>. Compare these measurements.\u00a0If they are equal, the frame is likely square.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternatively, you can measure from a point on the\u00a0<strong>left and right of the front axle<\/strong>\u00a0to a\u00a0<strong>dot on the transmission<\/strong>\u00a0(which is at a distance equal to half the frame length).\u00a0Adjust until both measurements match.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using Basic Tools<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ll need a&nbsp;<strong>tape measure<\/strong>&nbsp;and a&nbsp;<strong>spirit level<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow these steps:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take measurements from different points on your car using the tape measure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that the measurements are consistent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the spirit level to check if the frame is level and not leaning anywhere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Home Measurement System<\/strong>\u00a0(for unibody, full-frame vehicles, trucks, and classic cars):\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Watch this video tutorial by&nbsp;<strong>Auto Body Training Solutions<\/strong>&nbsp;on how to measure a vehicle frame at home. The system uses basic tools you may already have, such as a&nbsp;<strong>plumb bob, tape measure, coat hanger, paper clip, and tape<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The video covers measuring the frame for\u00a0<strong>length<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>diamond<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>side sway<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>height<\/strong>, as well as finding the\u00a0<strong>center line<\/strong>\u00a0of the frame.\u00a0It also explains the advantages and disadvantages of this method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that precise measurements are crucial for assessing frame damage or ensuring that a frame is in good condition. If you suspect any issues, consider consulting a professional mechanic or body shop for a thorough inspection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Microsoft Bing AI(compiled google search results). <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can you obtain an accurate frame measurement with out removing the muffler? 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