family auto mechanics - helping you find the problem

family auto mechanics - helping you find the problem

How Paintless Dent Repair Works

by Herman Mills

Professional paintless dent repair is far more advanced than you might think. Many people are familiar with DIY repair systems that basically just amount to the usage of large suction cups. These are great for large dents that aren't that deep. But paintless dent repair pros use advanced systems that involve lasers and computers to fix dents. Of course, paintless dent repair is really only viable if your car's dent doesn't have any scratched off paint. This article explains how the various forms of paintless repair work.

Why Use Paintless Dent Repair?

Paintless dent repair is preferable whenever possible because it looks much better than body work that is done using auto body filler. Additionally, using auto body filler can detract from the value of your car. When you patch your car body, you then need to repainted, Which is expensive and the results don't always looked the best. Paintless dent repair doesn't require adding any paint. When paintless dent repairs are done properly, there is no evidence of the original impact at all.

How Professionals Do It

Professionals handle paint was dead repaired with far more advanced techniques than just suction cups. The process involves lasers, software, and computers. Basically, they will scan your car body to identify the dent in figure out exactly how much it needs to be pulled out. This is very exact and scientific method that can't be done without the advanced technologies. If your car body gets, popping it out won't necessarily restore it to its original shape. This technology enables precise repairs, but it is definitely going to be much more expensive than traditional auto body repair. Nonetheless, it is often worth it, especially for owners of expensive cars for those who have a lease and they don't want to pay penalties or experience an insurance rate hike.

Do It Yourself Repairs

DIY repair methods are usually only suitable for wide but shallow dents. You can buy suction cups online or at auto body stores. You'll have the best luck if you buy a package that comes with various suction cup sizes. If you can get a stronghold on your body and pull it out with force, you might be able to fix the dent in a matter of seconds. However, most dents are have multiple points of impact, so it can be hard to get them all out.

Either of these methods might work for your dents. Talk to an auto repair professional for more advice.


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family auto mechanics - helping you find the problem

As the son and grandson of mechanics, I spent much of my child hood under the hood of many cars. I have listened and learned about so many different problems and how to repair them effectively. I created this blog to cover as many car problems as possible without overwhelming readers. You will find tips for troubleshooting, advice for when to take it to a professional and suggestions for when to stop driving the car or truck immediately to prevent further and more costly damage. We hope that you find all of this information helpful and useful, allowing you to have a great running car.