If you don't have the assortment of advanced tools used to repair the body of your vehicle, body repair is a job best performed by a professional; prying the body back into condition requires large and advanced machines. For small dents, regular car enthusiasts can use a putty to hide any imperfections.
Frame Machine
The frame machine is perhaps the largest piece of equipment used by technicians to repair dents on a vehicle. The machine is computer controlled with several hydraulic arms that bend the vehicle's frame back into shape. A frame machine plays an essential role in restoring vehicle frames after accidents. The technician must restore the frame to its original working order before repairing the upper body.
Dent Repair Tools
Technicians repair dents to a car's body with multiple pliers, hammers and molds. These tools remove dents and reshape the panels. General-purpose hammers and specialty dent repair tools allow technicians to restore the original shape by reshaping the metal.
Technicians use filler paste and putty to repair the appearance of small dents, as well as scratches. Technicians apply the paste over blemishes and allow it to dry; they then sand off and pain the excess putty or filler paste for a smooth look.
Finishing Tools
After rendering the car dent-free, a technician will finish and repaint the vehicle in a spray booth, spraying on special auto paint with compressed air to provide an even coating. An even finish requires several coats. The technician will then apply protective sealant coats to protect the finish from the elements.
The use of tape can prevent paint from getting onto other parts of the vehicle. Paint booths often use industrial heaters, which cure the paint to the appropriate temperature. These heaters also reduce humidity, which often creates inconsistent paint jobs.
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