This is a repair we did on a Yamaha motorcycle. Traditionally in motorcycle dent removal the motorcycle gas tank sits on top of the motorcycle. The rider then has the gas tank between their legs. On this Yamaha model however,that is not the case. The gas tank actually rests under the seat on this bike. Where the tank would traditionally sit between the riders legs is actually just a metal cover that resembles a smaller gas tank but this is actually just covering the frame of the bike as well as the top of the engine assembly.
First thing we do in motorcycle dent removal is mount this engine cover to our motorcycle vice stand. This gives us a solid platform to mount the cover to so it will not move during the repair process. There is a lot of pressure and force that needs to be applied in order to push damage out of any item that has a dent in it and motorcycles are no exception. Once the cover is mounted we use all sorts of specialized tools some are even specifically made to work on motorcycles. Some of the biggest differences in a motorcycle specific tool and a traditional tool is the strength. While all dent removal tools are strong, motorcycles are extremely strong compared to a cars sheet metal. So the motorcycle specific tools are much more stout this allows us the apply force to the damaged areas and push them out and not have the tool bend in the process. A tool that bends means there is a waste of energy being applied to the repair and not all of the force from the technician is being applied to the repair making it more difficult resulting in a longer repair time as well creating more work for the technician.
In the end we use a combination of tools to get this damage out and make this engine cover dent free once again. The bike owner was thrilled with the results and happy to have a dent free motorcycle. He was especially happy since he was able to ride the bike to our shop, remove the cover and take off to work. Then later show up to pick it up and simply snap it back on the bike and go down the road once again.
Here we are walking you through the entire process on how we repair these door dings in this 2018 Audi Q5. This vehicle has only 8k miles on it! The customer originally brought it to us for the dent in the rear door. We gave her an estimate and scheduled the repair a couple weeks later. Later on the vehicle was brought to us for us to do the repair it had actually received another dent in the front door! We were able to do both of these repairs in an afternoon. The customer dropped the vehicle off before work and picked it up dent free after work.
In order to do these repairs we need to gain access to the backside of the damaged areas. We do this by first rolling down the windows of the damaged doors. We then install a stainless steel window guard between the window and the outer sheet metal of the door. This guard protects the window from any type of damage. It also allows us access to the damaged areas of the door without having to remove the door trim panel. We then install an inflatable window wedge in the door channel opening. We then pump it full of air to slowly and safely expand the window opening. From there we install our tools through the top of the window channel and are able to slowly work this metal out and make this dent slowly disappear.
Once the dents are then removed, we then take some extra steps to buff the minor scuffs in the paint from the impact that caused the dents. We then follow that with some rubbing compound and buffing followed by polishing the areas and a final wipe down to clean the panels off. The damage is now completely gone and undetectable, it’s like the damage had never even happened.
In South Dakota, hail is a seasonal threat that causes countless drivers immeasurable stress every year. Dell Rapids is no exception. With the latest tools and techniques, we have set out to minimize the effects of hail on everyone’s daily lives. Sioux Falls Dent Repair can remove dings caused by hailstorms quickly and efficiently without ruining the paint finish on your car. We’ve maintained our reputation of always providing safe and secure hail repair to Dell Rapids customers for over a decade.
Fast & Affordable Hail Repair in Dell Rapids
Body shops are known for being pricey, especially when it comes to hail repair. They use resource and labor intensive methods that often require repainting, panel removal, and filling. Not only are these materials expensive, but the steps involved are also time consuming. This is a very inefficient way to repair small dents. If your paint is chipped or cracked, then a body shop might be the only option. However, for minor body damage like simple door dings a professional PDR crew is the way to go.
State of The Art Tools and Techniques
Our experts use a variety of tools and techniques to remove dents of all shapes and sizes. Nearly any dent, as long as it hasn’t cracked the pain, can be fixed using paintless dent repair. We are only limited by a few factors such as:
Dent Depth – If the dent small but very deep then the risk of tearing the metal is far too high.
Dent Location – Repairing dents on panel/door edges is difficult because the metal is tight and not very malleable.
If your car was struck by a hail storm recently, call our PDR pros today at 605-595-4061. We’ll help you every step of the way. That includes:
Assessing the damage and providing an initial quote
Filling out insurance papers (if you decide to file a claim)
The term ‘Multipoint dent’ is well understood by Dell Rapids dent repair professionals that deal with day to day car damage. These types of dents can affect numerous points on your car, making them very difficult to remove, especially for an untrained DIYer.
Dell Rapids Dent Repair
Sioux Falls Dent Repair provides affordable pro dent repair services to many surrounding areas such as Dell Rapids. If you have a dent now, call us at 605-595-4061 for a free damage estimate. Through this assessment we will examine various factors such as:
Size
Shape
Depth
Location
Whether paint is required
Everyone Needs to Know a Professional Dent Tech
In South Dakota, dent repair is a way of life. Weather, road hazards, extreme winter conditions, and human error all contribute to minor body damage. Hail is among the worst catastrophes a driver could experience. At Sioux Falls Dent Repair we approach each dent from every possible angle to systematically remove unsightly dents, dings, and creases. Our experience in the industry along with our satisfaction guarantee makes us the number one PDR company in Dell Rapids.
Sioux Falls Dent Repair only uses high quality tools and equipment in order to provide optimal results. Our goal is to return your car to its pre-damaged state without a bump or dimple in sight. We can support your body repair needs with:
Accurate vehicle assessments and damage reports
Free quotes
Professional paintless dent repair services
Quick and friendly customer service
Fast turnarounds
Quality results
PDR is the most effective way to manage the value and aesthetics of your car. Depending on the dent, a professional Dell Rapids dent repair company will be able to totally remove any signs of minor body damage without leaving a trace. Call Sioux Falls Dent Repair today at 605-595-4061 for a free damage assessment!
Dents do not just “pop” out, they are pushed out with multiple precision pushes in order to return the metal back to its original shape. This is a 2012 Ford F-350 Roof. We are using a twin tipped hail rod made from Carbon Tech.
This rod is made up of carbon fiber and aluminum. With this hail rod being so light weight and strong it allows us to have faster repairs with less strain on the technician, allowing them to work more efficiently. Having the best tools allows us to make the best repairs!
