Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Polish the Surface and Repaint If Necessary Once the surface is smooth, use a quality polishing compound to buff out any minor imperfections and restore shine to the paint. In cases of severe sun damage, repainting may be necessary. This process helps to smooth out any rough or uneven areas in the paint.

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Eastwood product manager Ryan shows how he repaints the rear bumper on his GTI using Eastwood’s single-stage OEM Select paint. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can use single-stage paint to make a body repair, this video might help. Unlike base coat/clear coat paint systems, this single-stage paint incorporates the clear into the color.

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Eastwood product manager Ryan shows how he repaints the rear bumper on his GTI using Eastwood’s single-stage OEM Select paint. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can use single-stage paint to make a body repair, this video might help. Unlike base coat/clear coat paint systems, this single-stage paint incorporates the clear into the color.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It has the entire original body (no bondo), but was faded from the Arizona heat, so it got sanded down to metal and repainted. “I then went over the whole truck and re-did basically everything with all new – cowl hood, roll pan, caltracs, head lights, tail lights, all glass and trim, as well as a full paint job. commonrail swap.”

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This technique requires skillful manipulation of the metal to restore its original shape without repainting the area. Techniques employed vary; paintless dent removal is often the method of choice for minor dents. For more extensive damages, the process is more involved.

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Dent Mechanic Group

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Traditional repairs often involve repainting the affected area, which can be costly due to paint and materials expenses. Paintless dent repair, as the name suggests, eliminates the need for repainting, reducing both material costs and the labor required for painting and refinishing.

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The Mechanic Doctor

MARCH 6, 2024

Unlike traditional methods, it doesn’t need body repair or repainting. Traditional dent repair often requires various levels of painting jobs like sanding, applying primer, filling, and repainting. Paintless Dent Repair Paintless Dent Repair is an advanced technique that removes dents and scratches using specialized PDR tools.

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Dent Mechanic Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It eliminates the need for repainting and reduces labor costs, making it a wallet-friendly choice. Eco-Friendly: Unlike traditional repair methods that involve sanding and repainting, PDR is eco-friendly. Cost-Effective: PDR is often more cost-effective than traditional auto body repairs.

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Dent Mechanic Group

JUNE 1, 2023

Paintless dent repair is a non-invasive method of repairing dents and dings on your car without the need for repainting. Cost-Effective: Repairing hail damage with traditional methods can be expensive, as it often involves replacing parts and repainting. What is Paintless Dent Repair?

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Dent Mechanic Group

JUNE 29, 2023

It involves gently massaging out the dents from the inside, without the need for repainting. However, in cases of more severe damage, traditional repairs that involve sanding, filling, and repainting may be necessary. PDR is not only cost-effective but also preserves your car’s original finish.

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Dent Mechanic Group

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

With its remarkable ability to restore vehicles to their pre-damaged condition without the need for extensive bodywork or repainting, PDR has become the go-to solution for many car owners. Firstly, it preserves the original factory paint finish, eliminating the need for repainting and color matching.

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Dent Mechanic Group

JUNE 8, 2023

Paintless dent repair is a technique used to repair dents, dings, and other types of damage to a car’s body without the need for repainting. Traditional repairs often require removing the damaged panel, repainting it, and then reinstalling it, which can take conventional repair shops weeks to complete.

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CATI

AUGUST 24, 2023

These techniques range from the Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) process for minor dents (which maintains the original paintwork and finish) to more intensive procedures for larger dents that might require filling, sanding, and repainting. Mastery of dent repair is crucial, as it’s a frequent request you’ll get from clients.

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Dent Mechanic Group

JUNE 22, 2023

Paintless dent repair (PDR) is a popular technique that involves gently massaging out the dents from the inside, without the need for repainting. PDR is often a cost-effective option compared to traditional repairs that involve sanding, filling, and repainting.

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Dent Mechanic Group

MAY 4, 2023

PDR involves using specialized tools and techniques to remove dents from the body of a vehicle without needing to repaint or replace any damaged parts. By using specialized tools and techniques, PDR technicians can manipulate the metal back into its original shape without needing to repaint or replace any damaged parts.

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CATI

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As someone stepping into this field, your contribution to road safety transcends the conventional scope of repairing dents and repainting surfaces. It extends into a broader, more impactful expertise of ensuring that every vehicle you touch looks aesthetically pleasing and is structurally sound and safe for the roads.

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Dent Mechanic Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Benefits of PDR Because PDR avoids repainting, the original factory finish is preserved, maintaining the vehicle’s value and appearance. Technicians utilize specialized tools to gently massage the dent from behind the panel. This process gradually restores the panel to its original shape, leaving the paint and finish untouched.

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Eastwood

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If you’re doing the job right, you’ve at least taken off the basic trim before repainting your car. And if you’ve come this far, you owe it to yourself to treat those bits to the same level of attention as the body. After all, why bother with new paint if the old trim is going to let it down?

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 26, 2023

If you need to repaint the wheels entirely, consider doing all four (or five) at once the same time. Once you’ve dealt with the inner tank, go ahead and restore the outside by repainting it. If there is minor cosmetic damage, attack it with the right products and processes to get it back to new.

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Dent Mechanic Group

MAY 25, 2023

PDR is a highly effective technique for repairing minor dents and dings without the need for repainting or body filler. Reassembling the vehicle: After the dent is fully repaired, the technician will reassemble any components that were removed to gain access to the panel.

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The Mechanic Doctor

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The VIN can also be used to verify that a vehicle was not stolen – for example, if you find out that another car with the same make and model has been reported as stolen and then sold at an auction without being repainted or altered in any way (which would change its VIN), this means there’s something fishy going on with yours!

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Dent Mechanic Group

MAY 18, 2023

While traditional repair methods involve filling in the dents and repainting the entire car, paintless dent repair is a quicker and more cost-effective option. If your car has been damaged by hail, you may be wondering whether paintless dent repair is worth the investment.

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Dent Mechanic Group

MAY 11, 2023

Painting After the dents have been repaired, the damaged area will need to be repainted. This technique is often used for larger dents that cannot be repaired with paintless dent repair. This process involves sanding down the damaged area, applying primer, and then painting the area to match the rest of the car.

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Dent Mechanic Group

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Conventional repairs involve removing damaged panels, using body filler to repair dents, and repainting the affected areas. For PDR, the technician will access the backside of the dented panel and carefully massage the metal to its original shape.

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Dent Mechanic Group

AUGUST 31, 2023

They employ methods like paintless dent repair (PDR), which can remove dents without the need for repainting or panel replacement. Expert Repair Techniques Professional auto repair shops specializing in hail damage have the expertise, tools, and techniques to effectively restore your vehicle.

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Dent Mechanic Group

AUGUST 17, 2023

However, if the damage is more severe and requires additional steps, such as repainting, the repair process may take longer. PDR involves gently massaging the dented metal back into place without the need for extensive disassembly or refinishing.

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Dent Mechanic Group

JUNE 15, 2023

Unlike traditional dent repair methods that require repainting, paintless dent repair uses specialized tools and techniques to massage the dents and dings out of the metal panels. Maintains Original Paint One of the biggest benefits of paintless dent repair is that it maintains your car’s original paint.

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The Mechanic Doctor

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Good quality means fewer repaint jobs and reduced environmental impact caused by a vehicle in its lifespan. They surpass the quality offered by their traditional counterparts. The paints are resilient against external elements like rain, sun, and dust, ensuring that the vehicle’s finish remains intact for longer.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2023

We even cleaned and repainted over usable wheel weights. “Rick… as soon as he was big enough to reach the gas pump to pump gas or the cash register to make change, he was working. We kicked tires coming off the trucks and we checked air pressure. We worked in the warehouse. We swept the rooms.

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

We recently shot a video in which one of our product mangers repainted the rear bumper of his car to test a new single-stage finish. One of the comments from that story asked why we hadn’t used a flex agent on that flexible plastic part. And the short answer was, “It wasn’t really necessary.”

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The Mechanic Doctor

MARCH 23, 2024

8 Exterior Inspection of a Car Start by inspecting the paintwork carefully to ensure there are no dents or that the panels have not been repainted. This will allow you to have a second opinion on how the car drives and determine if it is ideal for you. #8 Test the doors to ensure they open and close softly.

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