Should a damaged front fender be repaired or replaced?
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It is generally recommended to repair a damaged front fender first, as the cost of replacement is relatively high, and most importantly, vehicle depreciation will occur once replaced. Below is more relevant information: Function of the fender: The fender, also known as the wing panel, is located on the outer body of the wheel. Its function, based on fluid dynamics, is to reduce the drag coefficient, making the vehicle more stable while driving. Based on the installation position, it is divided into front fender and rear fender. The front fender is installed above the front wheel. Since the front wheel has a steering function, it must ensure the maximum limit space when the front wheel turns. Therefore, designers will use the "wheel jump diagram" to verify the design size of the fender according to the selected tire model size. The rear fender does not have the problem of wheel rotation collision, but for aerodynamic considerations, the rear fender is slightly arched and convex outward. Explanation of the fender: The fender, also known as the wing panel, refers to a covering part on motor vehicles and non-motor vehicles.