Friday, August 20, 2010

Automotive Dent Repair

Smooth, shiny auto body


Every motorist, from time to time, has had to repair their vehicle or take it in for service. The most common auto body repair jobs are pesky scratches and dents. Fortunately, removing a dent in the body of your vehicle can be done at home, and you may not have to spend any money at all to fix it. Smaller dents and dings can easily be repaired or "popped out" using suction cups or a household plunger. Fixing these dents yourself can save you hundreds of dollars--and the hassle of leaving your car at the shop. You can repair most dents at home in less than a half hour.


Instructions


1. Wash the dented area of your vehicle thoroughly with soap and water. Remove any debris from the surface.


2. Place a plunger onto the vehicle near the dented area when the car is still wet. This will ensure a proper seal and suction for the plunger head.


3. Depress the plunger by pushing forward on the handle, then slide it onto the dented area. Pull the plunger towards you quickly, and watch to make sure the dent pops out. You may have to repeat the process once or twice, depending on the size of your dent.

Tags: dented area, auto body, your vehicle