Today we are working on this all aluminum 2017 Ford F-250 Tailgate. One unknown fact to most people is aluminumisrepairable using paintless dent repair. One thing most people don’t know is that it is much HARDER to not only repair but to also dent as well. When compared to the same dent in steel vs aluminum the damage will be extremely different from the same impact.
In order to gain access to this damage we pulled the top tailgate cap off. This is the upper black trim pad on the top of the tailgate. We also had to pull the inner tailgate trim piece for access as well. After these items are out of the way we then have very good access to push this damage out with our tools.
Can damage in body lines be fixed using the Paintless Dent Repair method?
The answer to that question is, Yes.
Today we are working on this 2017 Chevy Camaro. There are multiple extra special steps we have to take when repairing body line damage. So just because one technician or company says it cannot be done is not necessarily always the case. The damage here is an example of extreme damage on a body line. Here is what the damage looks like under a paintless dent repair light.
Here is some footage mid way through the repair. As you can see we’ve got the body line generally back up into its original spot here. We’ve got a bunch of crown work. It’s a very slow process but we are getting it out. Now for access we are actually fortunate enough to where there is a factory access hole here. We removed a small cover and gain all of the access we need with our tools to push this damage out.
The Grand Finale
We were able to get that body line back out to its original shape without damaging the paint. Luckily this car had absolutely awesome access for where this damage was with the big factory hole we showed you earlier. The majority of this damage, was actually removed by glue pulling. For this we are actually gluing a tab onto the vehicle and pulling the damage out.
Here is a look at the finished results with a paintless dent repair light, it shows a little bit more detail. You can see we were able to get all of that damage out very nicely. Stay tuned in just a second here we’ve got the customers reaction to the repair.
“So this is my Camaro I brought into Jack, had a horrible dent in the rear quarter. This is actually the third car I’ve had Jack fix for me. A lot of people said that there was no way anyone could even get this out, I’d have to go to a body shop to get repainted, I didn’t want to do that. Jack of course he is a magician with this stuff, he got it out and you cannot even tell at all that there was ever a dent there whatsoever. The other two cars I had, same thing, I brought them here and they look like they had just rolled off the showroom floor. I would highly recommend Jack, I would never take my car anywhere else but him if I have a dent in it. He’s great at what he does and I highly recommend him.”
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Realizing your car has a new dent is never a fun surprise. It always seems to come from nowhere, whether it was caused by a spontaneous storm or another careless driver. A fresh dent never makes your day better, but there’s no reason it should permanently ruin your vehicles value and presentation. A quality Harrisburg dent repair company can fix all of your dings, large or small, for a fraction of what most body shops charge.
How to Keep Your Value High
Dents can have a serious impact on the value of your car. Think about it, who wants to buy a dented vehicle? Especially if it’s something as severe as hail damage. It’s possible you could find a buyer, but they’re most likely looking for a steal. Many buyers will closely inspect your vehicle for signs of body damage for an easy price drop. If you want to keep the price of your ride high, then call our Harrisburg dent repair crew today at 605-595-4061!
Benefits of Using Paintless Dent Repair
First and foremost, paintless dent repair is the only body repair technique that can remove minor dents and dings without damaging the paint finish of your car. This means longer lasting value and a better return when you decide it’s time for a new ride.
Since there is no need to repaint your car there is no chance of mismatching paint or receiving a splotchy finish. Your vehicle will be returned as if there were no damage to begin with.
Because we never use paint, putty, filler, or sanding, paintless dent repair is faster and more affordable than competing repair methods.
Paintless dent repair has no negative impact on the environment. We don’t use paints, fillers, or other materials that emit harmful chemicals or gases.
Our dent repair team of Harrisburg puts the quality of your car above all else. With our paintless dent repair service, we can help maintain the value of your automobile. We will restore it to its pre-accident state at an affordable cost. Call Sioux Falls Dent Repair today at 605-595-4061 for a free quote!
If you’re new to the world of car repair, it can be helpful to do some research before heading to the shop. Weighing the pros and cons of different auto body services can help you make a confident decision about dent repair.
One of the most common dent removal processes is called paintless dent repair, or PDR. To perform this process, Sioux Falls PDR technicians use various tools to create pressure and remove dents. Hammers, hot glue guns, and curved rods are all common tools of Sioux Falls PDR. Dents can be removed from the front or back of body panels and are pushed or pulled out as needed.
PDR has plenty of pros and just a few cons, making it a great choice for dent repair.
Pros
• Paintless dent repair is far more affordable than conventional body shops.
• No other repair method has turnarounds as low as 30 minutes. Even hail damage only takes a day or so.
• Paintless repair methods are great for maintaining a factory finish or custom paint job.
• We use no fillers, primer, putty, or paint, making our services 100% eco-friendly.
• Everyone is becoming a PDR tech now; services are easy to find, but not many are veterans.
• All of our repairs are non-invasive so they won’t show up on your service reports.
• Our work is guaranteed to last. Your dents will be completely removed.
Cons
• If your paint is chipped or cracked PDR won’t be any use to you.
• Excessively large dents can stretch metal and paint, putting it at risk of tearing.
• Not all dents are the same. We always try to provide the most accurate quote possible, but there may be some variation.
Sioux Falls PDR
Paintless dent repair is an excellent way to make your car look new again for a low price. Its pros greatly outweigh its cons if you’re looking for an inexpensive, fast, and convenient way to have your car’s dents removed.
Although it is widely available, it’s wise to contact your Sioux Falls body shop to ensure that they offer PDR. Sioux Falls PDR will repair your dents and restore your car to its original condition. If you’re looking for a dent repair solution, PDR should be your top choice.
Don’t let last night’s hail storm ruin your day. Seeing hail damage on your car can be upsetting, but luckily, there are excellent options for automotive hail repair in Sioux Falls.
Sioux Falls Dent Repair offers a variety of services to repair your vehicle, including small dent repair, large dent repair, PDR, and motorcycle tank repair.
Paintless dent repair is one of the best methods of automotive hail repair in Sioux Falls. PDR allows for complete dent removal without damaging your car’s finish. Technicians must get certifications to perform PDR, ensuring the best possible repairs for customers like you.
Paintless Dent Repair is a Versatile Method
PDR can be performed on almost any part of a vehicle, including doors, body panels, rooves, trunks, and hoods. Typically, the areas that most need Sioux Falls automotive hail repair are the hood, roof, and trunk, as these are the parts with the most upward-facing surface area.
We Can Fix More Than Just Cars
If cars are not your typical mode of transportation, you can still use PDR. Sioux Falls Dent Repair offers motorcycle dent repair as well as traditional automotive hail repair, meaning you can come right in and get your tank restored rather than shipping it to a faraway body shop. Motorcycle PDR in Sioux Falls means that you can get your bike back on the road sooner since you don’t need to wait for shipping.
Talk To Our Sioux Falls Hail Repair Experts
Thinking about auto hail repair could initially give you a headache, but Sioux Falls’ automotive hail repair process is so painless that there’s no need to fret. Car or motorcycle with dents large or small, Sioux Falls Dent Repair has technicians that can help. Their state-of-the-art processes and PDR-certified technicians will remove your hail damage in no time. When you’re in need of hail dent removal, check out Sioux Falls Dent Repair.
Did you know that dents in the body line of a car can be repaired using Paintless Dent Repair. Even at the depth of this dent shown. In his Repair of the Week, a customer from the Sioux Falls area dropped a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu in at the shop. It had a sizable dent in the left quarter panel directly above the wheel. The customer did not know how the damage occurred. They just noticed it when they came out to the parking lot at school and saw it. Access to this damage is very limited. The tail light pocket and trunk area access is minimal. The majority of the repair was done through glue pulling.
So how did the repair go?
One of the biggest challenges in this repair was that there was a small paint crack. This paint damage area which would remain even after the dent was removed. After informing the customer that the shop would not be liable if the paint was to be pulled off. They were understanding and knew this was still the best choice for them. The customer seemed more concerned about not having the car painted.
The body line took a major hit and severe crowning (this is displaced metal that is raised up above the dent) is visible above the impact area. The crowning or raised area, is one of the biggest factors in settling on a pricing structure. Other factors such as whether the bumper needed to come off or not, and whether the tail light needed to be removed to gain access. Did you know in order to remove the tail light on this vehicle the bumper needs to be removed first? Fortunately, the inner trunk trim was the only thing removed for the repair work.
Before starting the repairs, the customer was made aware that if these extra parts had to be removed, the cost of the repair would increase. We even make sure to give them an exact dollar amount if this is the case. As always we always make sure to disclose the customer with this info before starting the repair.
About the Minor Paint Fracture
Customers facing the same dent related problems should know that for minor fractures in the paint work, paintless dent repair is still the best option. The repair is faster when compared to a body shop. There is no diminished resale value or negative carfax history report when going with paintless dent repair. Why is this such a problem? Because when you go to sell the vehicle, a negative carfax report and repainted panels greatly diminish the vehicles resale value. With Paintless Dent Repair this dent was removed and the car was handed over on the same day, a body shop would have taken 5 or more days because they would have painted the quarter panel, removed the tail light and bumper, removed components from the left door and painted it. They would also charged the customer significantly more than this paintless repair cost.
I have similar damage, how can I contact you?
If you have any dent damage that needs repairs in the Sioux Falls area, contact Sioux Falls Dent Repair by calling or texting 605-595-4061.
