Dent Mechanic Group

MAY 25, 2023

The process involves the following technical steps: Accessing the dent: The PDR technician begins by gaining access to the backside of the damaged panel. The technician will set up a special LED light or reflection board to cast a clear reflection on the surface of the vehicle.

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Eastwood

JULY 31, 2024

Here we’ll explain tri-coat finishes in depth (no pun intended), including how to identify if your vehicle has one, and guide you on how to blend, refinish, or repaint these stunning finishes. Single-stage finishes are exactly what they sound like: the paint is sprayed onto the vehicle in a single layer.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 26, 2023

A time-out period to regroup and plan for better days ahead, back out on the road enjoying our favorite vehicles. Winter is a great time to get them off the vehicle entirely for this kind of work. If you need to repaint the wheels entirely, consider doing all four (or five) at once the same time.

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Eastwood

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If you’re doing the job right, you’ve at least taken off the basic trim before repainting your car. This high-solids trim paint looks like the factory finish on so many vehicles, providing the perfect OEM look to the finished pieces. After all, why bother with new paint if the old trim is going to let it down?

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Eastwood

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

So if it’s cold outside or no direct sunlight on the vehicle after paint it could take days for the paint to be workable. These paints are commonly used in both high-end restorations and modern repaints. These air-dry much like a stain or varnish would in the woodworking world.

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Eastwood

MAY 25, 2024

I’ve struggled with this very question myself as I hunt for a more original color to repaint my daily driver. But every picture of a vehicle painted that color looked different from each other. The more complicated the color or vehicle shape, the more information may be required.

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Repaints Automotive Car Vehicle 52

Eastwood

AUGUST 5, 2024

From door sills to floor pans, rust can creep into various crooks and corners, weakening your vehicle’s body structure. We’ll also share tips on how to repair the damage, ensuring your vehicle remains safe and roadworthy. This is best performed with the wheels off the vehicle, supported on jack stands.

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Eastwood

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Before handing them back for reinstallation on the vehicle, we made sure the handles cured fully. Step 4: Clear Coat We sprayed 2K Aerospray Gloss Clear to seal and protect the paint. Starting with a light tack coat, we followed it with two to three wet coats for a glossy, durable finish. Tips for Success Focus on adhesion.

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Dent Mechanic Group

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Surprisingly, some vehicle owners choose to file a hail damage claim and then pocket the insurance payout without actually repairing the damage. While it might sound appealing, this approach can have some serious downsides for your vehicle’s condition, future insurance claims, and even your wallet. Is It Fraud?

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