How to Repair Vehicle Dents?
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Vehicle dent repair methods are: 1. Pull-out method: Insert the hot melt glue stick from the back of the glue gun, plug the glue gun into a power socket, set the glue gun to a higher temperature, preheat for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the hot melt glue to completely melt, pull the trigger of the glue gun, apply the melted glue to the traction pad, and then pull it outward; 2. Pry-up method: Remove the interior panel of the door, unfasten the door panel fixing clips, disconnect the wiring harness on the door panel, insert the tool inside the door and pry. Vehicle maintenance methods are: 1. Do not wash the vehicle under direct sunlight to prevent the paint from cracking due to sudden temperature changes; 2. Regularly inspect the vehicle's paint surface and promptly address any cracks or dents.
My personal experience sharing on fixing a few small dents: Prepare a set of car dent repair tools like suction cups or hot glue sticks. The steps are quite simple—first, thoroughly wash the car surface to ensure it's dust-free. For metal areas, use a hairdryer to heat or pour some hot water to soften, then gently pull out the dent with a suction cup—take it slow and don't rush. If the dent isn't too big and doesn't come out in one try, attempt a few more times. Note: plastic parts can't be heated as they may deform easily, making repairs harder—it's better to just replace them to save money. DIY can save you a couple hundred bucks, but there's a risk of scratching the paint or making the dent worse, which isn't worth it—so only small dents are suitable for DIY. Daily parking away from obstacles and regular car surface checks can prevent new dents—keeping this habit makes life much easier, safer, and extends the car's lifespan.
