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What to Do with Car Dents? How to Easily Repair Them?

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LaEverly
09/08/25 8:17am
Utilize thermal expansion and contraction by directly pouring hot water onto the dented area of the car to heat it up. Then, use your hand or a pry bar to gradually push the dent out bit by bit. Alternatively, you can choose to use a hair dryer for heating, which is more efficient. Two people can work together, with one heating the area while the other applies pressure, speeding up the car repair process.
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AdalineAnn
09/20/25 6:40am
Last time, there was a small dent on my car door, so I bought a vacuum suction cup tool myself and fixed it for just over ten yuan. The method is quite simple: first, clean the dented area, then gently heat it with a heat gun (be careful not to burn yourself), apply some lubricant, attach the suction cup, and slowly pull it out. Try a few times, and generally, small dents can be restored. If the dent is too deep or the paint is cracked, it's best not to force it and seek a professional. I find DIY repairs quite interesting and can save hundreds of dollars in professional fees. When parking, be careful not to get too close to others' spots to avoid many such problems. During regular car maintenance, I also check the exterior to ensure small issues don't worsen into big ones. In short, don't hesitate to DIY small problems—it's safe and easy.
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AidenAnn
11/03/25 7:02am
Hey, my first car had a small dent caused by someone opening their car door in a supermarket parking lot. As a newbie, I asked my friends for tips on an easy fix, and they suggested buying a DIY repair kit, which I got online for 30 yuan. The process wasn't hard: first, clean the car, then attach the tool to the dent and pull firmly a few times. I felt a bit clumsy doing it the first time, but after a couple of tries, the dent was gone. Remember to choose small tools to avoid damaging the paint. Professional repair shops are pricier, but if the dent is large or there are cracks, it's safer to let the experts handle it. In daily driving, I try to park in open spaces to reduce the risk of accidents. After the repair, the car looked much better, and I felt happier.
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