Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
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Step 1
Drill a hole in the center of the dent.
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Step 2
Insert a dent pulling tool in the hole.
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Step 3
Pull on the tool until the dent pops out or appears flat.
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Step 4
Remove the dent pulling tool.
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Step 5
Crawl under the car with a metalworking hammer and a dolly (see Glossary).
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Step 6
Bang out the back of the dent carefully until smooth.
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Step 7
Fill the hole with body filler.
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Step 8
Cover the area with touch-up paint.
Comments
trippsta said
on 11/2/2009 its funny because really who has this stuff around there house they can just use? Its like if we had this stuff we wouldn't be looking up on ehow on how to remove a dent lol
roommatesville said
on 11/25/2008 Very good thoughts.
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rierfd said
on 1/20/2008 How many people are expected to have the specialized tools and skills mentioned in most of these posts? How to get a dent repaired? Take it to the body shop, which is where these complicated answers are coming from.
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Use a flat file over the front of your dent to show exactly where the dent is. Place a block behind the dent and knock around the outer edge of the dent from the front, working to the center as the dent comes out. As you knock the dent out, file now and then to identify any remaining low spots. If you knock the dent out from behind this will stretch the metal. Once the surface is level, use wet and dry paper to sand down the damaged area, gradually using a higher grade in order to feather the paintwork. Re spray the effected area once the surface is flat and smooth. If it is down to the metal you will need to use your primer before applying the top coat.
Anonymous said
on 2/1/2006 Depending on where the dent is, I think the best way is to weld new metal over the area, and use as little body filler as possible. I have had no luck with suction cups, and pounding from the inside usually creates a pile of high and low spots and a mess to fix with Bondo. If it's a crease, and does not affect the body line, grind the paint completely off of the area, and MIG weld a patch of sheet metal in smaller than the area to be fixed. Take up most of the space with metal, grind smooth, and use as little body filler as possible. MIG welds are easy to use, and most rental places have them available. After filling with Bondo, sand with 220. Fill in imperfections with spot putty, then sand with 400. Spray with sandable primer and check for any more imperfections. Spot putty, 400, sandable primer, until it looks and feels smooth. 600 grit paper and primer before paint. 800 grit over the paint, and 2-3 thin coats of clear coat.