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What are the drawbacks of paintless dent repair for cars?

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Ann
09/03/25 4:17am
The drawback of paintless dent repair is that the technology is not yet mature. Here are the specific details about paintless dent repair: 1. Pull-out method: Use hot melt adhesive to attach shims to appropriate force points on the exterior of the car, then slowly pull the shims back to their original position using a "T"-shaped tool. Under lighting, small hooks are used to push out minor uneven areas. Finally, a rubber hammer is used to gradually flatten the raised surfaces. 2. Lever method: Remove the door trim and components until the dented area is visible from inside the door. Then, use lever tools to reach inside the door, locate the dent, and apply steady, even pressure to push the dented metal back out until it blends seamlessly with the paint, matching the original curvature of the car's surface. This method is mainly used for larger dents on doors.
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