Q
& A
What
About Dings and Dents Located Under Braces?
Most
of the dents found under braces can be accessed
and removed. First, the adhesive between the brace
and the metal must be cut loose. To do this, a
thin putty knife is slid between the adhesive
and the metal. Once the adhesion is removed, a
thin hand tool can be used to repair the dent.
What
Percentage of Dings and Dents are Repairable?
Percentages
of possible repairs will depend on the dent technician’s
level of skill and experience. But generally speaking,
80 – 90% of the minor dings and dents found
on a vehicle are repairable.
What
Dings and Dents Cannot Be Repaired?
Most
dings and dents can be made to look "better".
However, there are some problem repairs. Here
is a list of some problem areas:
- Deep
Dents - On very deep dings and dents, the
metal is often pushed too deep for a complete
repair.
- Dents
Near the Edge of Panels - Dents found near
the edge of body panels or right on a seam
make access impossible.
- Dings
and Dents with Deep Creases - Usually, only
a skilled dent repair technician can repair
creased dents, depending on the severity of
the crease. In many cases a 100% repair is
not possible.
How
Large of a Dent Can Be Repaired
With Paintless Dent Repair?
The
most important aspect of paintless dent repair
is not the diameter but the depth. Often very
large, shallow dents can be removed.
