Showing posts with label repair. Show all posts
Showing posts with label repair. Show all posts

Monday, December 31, 2007

Big Dent Repair - Paintless Dent Repair PDR Training -Removal


We give a little insight about our big dent repair PDR training manual. These type of dents are very difficult to achieve and take a lot of patience. Even though we teach this technique, it takes much practice to gain perfection during and after the learning process.

This particular dent required pressure to be relieved below the outside edges (crowns). As we released the pressure, the crown would become weaker and more manageable. If we tried to knock down the edges before pressing, we would create "tap down" pits which can actually create the repair process become more messy. We did not use a glue pull method because at the time, it was not an option. Either way, the crown and trapped pressure would need physical behind the panel pushing.

We used about 2-3 tools to push the dent out. One in particular was the the soft tip from Ultra Dent Tools. Beware though, a soft tip is not the answer to all big dent repairs. It should only be used to start a big dent to release pressure and then change to smaller and more accurate tool tip. We explain in detail about this in our Basic PDR Line Board Manual.

Dents are becoming more bigger and complex because how thin the gage of the sheet metal has become. A simple door ding caused from the same impact 5 years ago will now create a silver dollar or bigger dent on todays vehicles. Metal becomes more stretched and deeper with lighter vehicle sheet metal.

Advanced PDR training has become more of a need to cater to the big dent repair market. Dents are not getting any smaller and big PDR dent repair is becoming a rapid growth to learn for all PDR technicians. There seems to be a shortage of door dings and a public demand for cost-effective big dent removals without visiting a collision center. PDR (Paintless Dent Removal) is slowing transitioning in to "PCR" (Paintless Collision Removal).

Monday, December 24, 2007

Crowns & Highs - Paintless Dent Repair / Removal Training (PDR)


Crowns and pressure releasing is one of the most important factors to understand and learn about paintless dent repair. It is also the most overlooked lesson during a trainee's learning experience. Mainly due to not enough time during PDR training.

We show an introduction page from our Basic Line Board Manual regarding crowns. Not a whole lot to show but enough that you can tell what a crown looks like through our eyes and the line reflection. Our PDR training goes into depth about "identification." If you can't see it, how are you going to remove a dent completely?

In most cases, PDR techs who are not aware of crowns or simply don't see them, end up forcing a dent to come out. Unfortunately, that won't work. Instead the results are either a wave still visible or unwanted push marks. Identifying crowns and releasing pressure creates a smoother and faster repair which eliminates forcing a repair.

You must understand a dent wants to go back to its original shape. You just need to know why, how and where. Moving the board in different angles is one key but the details that are surrounding it is what puts it all together.

Our one-on-one PDR training explains in detail why you are missing what you're not seeing. If you are already a veteran PDR tech, you may want to purchase the Basic Line Board Manual before taking advanced training? Although again, there is no substitution for personal and one-on-one PDR training.

Our pdr manual is designed to give you more insight which can make all of a world of difference. If you have any questions regarding PDR training or the Line Board Manual, please visit denttime.com

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

San Diego Paintless Dent Removal/Bumper Scratch Repair/Estimate Quote


Get an Express Quick Quote and a fast estimate for paintless dent removal (PDR), plastic bumper repair, wheel & rim repair, mobile auto body paint & key scratch repair. Dent Time of San Diego offers an online fast estimate when you submit your photos, which makes it easy for anyone to get an online estimate without you even driving your vehicle. Most dent, bumper and paint repair estimates are replied within 30 minutes or less!

We all understand most people’s average deductibles are $500. Or even if yours is half the cost of that, it’s still wise to see if we can save you money without going through your insurance. No matter where you are at, give it a try and see if we can help you avoid an insurance claim that could potentially raise your rates and a long term cost.

Dent Time can provide an online estimate for paintless dent removal, bumper repair, wheel and rim restoration and even mobile auto body paint & paint repair.

If you have any questions, please feel free to comment.

Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Riverside/San Bernardino Mobile Paintless Dent Repair/Removal (PDR)


Precision Dents of Riverside and San Bernardino provide high quality mobile paintless dent repair and door ding removal. Most dings and dents removed within 30-60 minutes with guaranteed satisfaction.

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Mobile Paintless Door Ding Removal and Minor Dent Repair (PDR) is "the art of massaging metal back into its original form." It is the fastes, most efficient, cost effective method for removing door dings, creases and minor dents. The beauty about PDR is, no painting,no bondo or fillers involved! In addition, your dent is removed without even disturbing your factory or custom finish.

Performing PDR takes much practice and long experience to produce consistent, high quality results time and time again. Within minutes, skilled technicians will impress you right before your eyes as they instantly restore your vehicle’s appearance and resale value from those unsightly dings and dents. In most cases, a single car door ding repair can take 10-20 minutes and multiple dings usually under 1 hour.