How to Repair a Dent on a Car?
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Methods to repair a dent on a car include: 1. Prepare a pot of hot water, pour the hot water over the surface of the dent, then use a toilet plunger by pressing it against the dent and repeatedly pulling it off with force; 2. Purchase a car dent repair kit online, which includes tools like a hot glue gun and a bridge-type suction puller. Use the suction cup to adhere to the car body and then pull out the dent using the principle of suction force; 3. Attach suction cups to the dent. If the dent is large, use multiple suction cups evenly placed at the center of the dent. Then, use tools to pull outward with controlled force, as excessive force may turn the dent into a protrusion.
I just dealt with a car door dent, and it depends on the severity of the dent. If it's a small dent without paint damage, you can try DIY repair: first pour hot water to soften the area, then use a specialized suction cup or a toilet plunger to pull it out. When pulling, make sure to find the right spot and apply even force—repeating a few times may pop it back. However, this method works better on plastic bumpers and is less effective on metal car doors. If the dent is deep or the paint is scratched, it's best not to mess with it yourself to avoid causing more problems. Just take it to a professional auto repair shop. The technicians will use paintless dent repair tools, eliminating the need for repainting, and it’ll cost a few hundred bucks for peace of mind.
