Detect Frame Twist After High-Speed Pothole Impact

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Checklist Tasks

• Inspect tire-to-fender gaps to identify uneven ride height after impact.
• Measure diagonals between suspension mounts to check for frame misalignment.
• Check rocker panels and door sills for new creases or cracked paint.
• Open and close doors, trunk, and hood for new resistance or misalignment.
• Examine underbody weld seams for fresh cracks or separation near impact zone.
• Use a straightedge or laser along chassis rails to find hidden bends.
• Inspect wheel wells for new rub marks indicating changed suspension geometry.
• Check for rapid uneven tire wear since the pothole incident.
• Test steering wheel centering and smooth return-to-center.
• Look for new fluid leaks at transmission or differential mounts.
• Verify even gaps and flush fitment of body panels, especially on impact side.
• Photograph all findings from multiple angles to document evidence.