Panel and Frame Repair
Frame straightening and door panel restoration in Portland, Oregon. Family-owned since 1968.
Serious accidents can cause significant damage to your vehicle's frame and door panels. It is important to assess and address this damage before driving further. The longer you drive with a bent frame, the more damage you can do to your car. Our trained estimators will walk you through the repair process to get you back on the road quickly and safely.
Built on experience
Family-owned since 1968. More than 55 years of doing one thing well.
I-CAR Gold Class certified technicians
Factory-certified for Honda, Tesla, and Subaru
Lifetime warranty on repairs
Strict adherence to OEM procedures
How to Spot a Bent Frame
Frame damage caused by minor accidents can be hard to spot by just looking. If you aren't sure whether the damage is structural, there are a few clues to look for:
Misaligned
If your bumpers, wheel liners, and other components seem like they don't quite fit anymore, you might have a bent frame. A good indicator is if your doors don't close correctly—leaving a gap or overlapping when shut.
Alignment issues
Bent frames can throw off your vehicle alignment. If your car is veering in one direction, it may be time for a realignment. If it continues to pull, you may need your frame straightened.
Suspension wear
A bent frame puts uneven pressure on your shocks and suspension, meaning some shocks will wear out faster than others. If your suspension seems off, a bent frame may be to blame.
Straightening a Frame
It takes a significant amount of force to bend a frame during an accident, so it takes the same amount to straighten it back into shape. We use Car-O-Liner frame measuring and straightening equipment to pull the frame back into its original shape. This process is smooth and reliable, ensuring no further alignment issues.
Every frame repair is done per OEM manufacturer guidelines and tolerances.
What Car Door Repair Entails
During an accident, door panels can become misaligned, dented, or worse. At International Collision Repair, we assess the damage and determine whether repairing or replacing is the better option. Often, a door panel just needs straightening and realigning.
Please note: We are a collision repair shop. We do not offer restoration or modification services.
Door Panel Removal and Repair
When possible, we prefer to repair damaged components. Not only is it more cost-effective, but it is also better for the environment. To repair a door panel, the whole door must be removed for better access to joints and welds.
Removal
All welds, fasteners, and parts are cleaned. Spot welds are identified, prepared, and removed using wax and a spot weld drill. The panel is disassembled and removed carefully.
Repair
The process involves straightening, welding, and fortifying existing metal. We use specialized welders, rivet guns, and other tools to properly and safely repair the panels. Behind every tool is a structurally trained technician. If the door panel is not salvageable, it is replaced with an OEM-quality part.
Installation
All fasteners on new parts are cleaned, weld primer is applied to joining surfaces, and spot welds are completed following OEM weld procedures. All plastic, electrical, and non-metal panel features are reinstalled.
We Handle the Insurance Process
After an accident, dealing with insurance can be one of the most stressful parts of getting your vehicle repaired. At International Collision Repair, we work directly with your insurance company to help streamline the claims process. From communicating with your adjuster to providing repair documentation and updates, our team helps take the paperwork and coordination off your plate so you can focus on getting back on the road.
Questions
Why is OEM important?
OEM stands for "Original Equipment Manufacturer." We follow these guidelines so that all repairs return your vehicle to its pre-loss condition. This minimizes the amount of work needed down the road and ensures your vehicle is as close to its original condition as possible.
Do you repair or replace door panels?
We always prefer to repair when possible, as it is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly. If the panel is not salvageable, we will replace it with an OEM-quality part.
Do you offer restoration or custom modifications?
No. Our specialty is full collision repair. We do not offer restoration or modification services.
How do you straighten a bent frame?
We use Car-O-Liner frame measuring and straightening equipment to pull the frame back into its original shape, following strict OEM guidelines and tolerances.
Schedule an estimate
Visit our Portland, Oregon shop for a free estimate, or book below. If your vehicle isn't drivable, call 1-503-255-2921 and we'll help arrange a tow.