How to Repair a Hole in a Car Bumper?
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It is not possible to repair a hole in a car bumper; replacement is recommended. The bumper is a safety device designed to absorb and mitigate external impacts, protecting the front and rear of the vehicle. It consists of an outer panel, cushioning material, and a crossbeam. The outer panel and cushioning material are made of plastic, while the crossbeam is formed from cold-rolled steel sheets approximately 1.5 mm thick, pressed into a U-shaped channel. The outer panel and cushioning material are attached to the crossbeam, which is connected to the vehicle frame's longitudinal beams with screws, allowing for easy removal. For repairing scratches on the bumper, the methods are as follows: 1. Apply toothpaste to shallow scratches and wipe gently with a soft cloth in a counterclockwise motion. 2. Spray a car paint scratch repair agent onto the scratched area and wipe with a towel. 3. Use a touch-up paint pen to spray and fill the damaged area along the direction of the scratch, then apply fine wax once it dries.
My own car's bumper had a hole before. At that time, I first checked the damage. If the hole wasn't too big, I would repair it with a plastic welding gun. Clean the edges of the hole, then slowly fuse and fill it with plastic welding rods of the same material. After filling, use sandpaper to smooth it out from coarse to fine, then apply filler to level small pits, and sand again before painting. Remember to mask the surrounding area before painting, and spray in three layers: primer, color paint, and clear coat, letting each layer dry before applying the next. Actually, doing it yourself takes quite a bit of time, but it can save you a few hundred in repair costs, and the tools can be bought online. However, if the hole is too big or in a stress-bearing area, it's best to have it handled by a professional shop to avoid it cracking again after repair.
