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19/2/2017 at 1:35pm
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Having a Lunar, this, maybe understandably, drew my attention.
Trying to get an idea where these cracks were, ive had to pull up an image of the van in question.
Given the only markings are way above the window. You say one goes from the 'N' to the roof join? If its stopping mid panel (at the N), it must have started at the join, and worked its way down? And will maybe carry on down till it reaches the window if left, id assume. Where is the second crack?
This must entail a new front panel, usually done under warranty by the dealer. That said, its happened at the worst time, as i cannot see it being fixed this side of Summer, given its coming up to the dealers busiest period.
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20/2/2017 at 7:45am
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It should have a replacement front panel if their paying or you can get it repaired but better to have it replaced.
The cracks usually start at the joint where the screws go through the panel and haven't been aligned or drilled big enough clearance for the screws.
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22/2/2017 at 7:57am
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Its quite common unfortunately. I have seen a few.
Make sure your warranty is up to date and jump on it quick as a dealer told one of my customers they wouldnt get it done as the van was 14 months old and the front and rear panels are only covered for 12 months!
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22/2/2017 at 1:30pm
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A number of different brands have issues with cracks on front and rear panels so you are not alone. The panel needs to be replaced as a repair will only last long enough until after the warranty expires as the panels are under warranty for one year only.
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22/2/2017 at 7:19pm
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How do they get away with just 12 months on end panels? Its like saying your car bonnet and boot are only covered for rust for the first year. Ludicrous, given these panels are the weakest parts on the vans.
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26/2/2017 at 12:18pm
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When our Lunar was in the coachworks they found some damp and Lunar agreed the warranty repair in less than 24hrs.
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One of them goes from the side of the N of Lexon to the joining strip on the roof... about 2 feet long!
