DIY Dent removal

Discussion in 'Modifications & DIY how-to' started by Cool_____, Jan 7, 2011.

  1. Cool_____

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    #1 Cool_____, Jan 7, 2011
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  2. Strayen

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    i'll have to try it on the echo and based on how well that goes i'll do it on the Subaru. I have both things needed for this so why not.
     
    #2 Strayen, Jan 7, 2011
  3. integroid

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    Wow, why didnt I think of that? WIll have to try that tonight on the wife's minivan
     
    #3 integroid, Jan 7, 2011
  4. MrCoffeeATL

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    I'm going to have to raid the office supply closet later on. Thanks
     
    #4 MrCoffeeATL, Jan 7, 2011
  5. RSConvert

    RSConvert ɹǝuɹnʇpɐǝɥ uʞnɟɐɥnɯ ɐ sʇı
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    Awesome DIY method. But unfortunately it does not work on creased like dings/dents.
     
    #5 RSConvert, Jan 7, 2011
  6. b reel

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    used a propane torch and dry ice to smooth out the panels on the bug. Have to be careful with the contrast though as it will cause the paint to rise or bubble off the panel.
     
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  7. Cool_____

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    Get it hot via hair dryer. I wouldn't use a heat gun.....too hot (contrast like b reel said).
     
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  8. b reel

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    goes either way, if too hot will bubble up and if to cold to quick it will spider web. best to do a test panel first to figure out a technique. works great on door dings that aren't to deep.
     
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    might have to try that on the 1,400 dollars worth of hail damage on my wagon.....
     
    #9 ScoobyMike, Jan 7, 2011
  10. b reel

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    just paint the top with bed liner and be done with it
     
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  11. AutoxSTi

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    Man, I've always read using dry ice works. Guessin you got to wear thick gloves for that but never tried that technique. Will have to try the hair dryer and compressed air.
     
    #11 AutoxSTi, Jan 7, 2011
  12. b reel

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    you only do that on bare panels if you can get behind the panel it's amazing what you can do with two wooden spoons
     
    #12 b reel, Jan 7, 2011
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    Bump
     
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  14. vegasbomber

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    i thought this was just some internet video, but it works just like uz said not on creases, i did it on my moms car and it poped out... crazy... anyone have there own videos? lol
     
    #14 vegasbomber, Mar 29, 2011
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    Of course it worked....i tried and confirmed it.
     
    #15 Cool_____, Mar 29, 2011
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