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Originally Posted by uswjnr05 View Post
Don't be too scared of fixing it, as long as it is done correctly. Full frame trucks like this can have the frames replaced as a unit. Just make sure you take it to a reputable facility for repairs. The tow hitch is what totales out the majority of rear end hits at my facilities. If you do not tow, I would suggest taking them off.
If they were to repair it they would need to have ordered new frame ($7-10k), new bed ($5k) and new leaf springs as a start. Then move all the components from the old truck over to the new frame. I told them NFW was I going to be waiting 1 1/2 - 2 months to have a truck repaired that had $25k in damage, they could keep it.

I found the exact same truck, fewer miles for around the cost of the buy out. Only problem is it's in Phoenix so fly out drive back. Oh well, road trip!
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