Finding a dent or scratch on your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram is annoying and looks unsightly. The best fix is to head down to your local Chrysler dealer and let a service technician take a look. However, if the dent or scratch is small, it could be a simple DIY job to set right. Read on for some tips on how to deal with small car dents and scratches.
It may be possible to fix small dents on your car using a handy tool or two. Here are our top 3 tools to use when mending a dent at home.
Plunger
A car dent plunger is designed for the job and can be purchased at an auto parts store. However, a bathroom plunger can get the job done just as well. Place the plunger onto the dent and pull it off. Using a plunger creates a vacuum that should pop the dent out after a couple of attempts.
Hammer or Mallet
Using a hammer for small dents and a mallet for larger ones, knock the dint back into place from the opposite side of the damaged panel. Always protect the side you are hitting with a cloth or towel to prevent further injury to your prized vehicle.
Dent Puller
Using a dent puller involves drilling a hole in the dent’s center, threading a wire through, and pulling the dent inside out. But, the job’s not finished there, as you then need to fill the hole, sand it flat, and re-paint it. Because of the level of skill needed for this technique, a dent puller should only be used by seasoned dent fixers!
DIY Fixes For Scratches: Tips From Your Local Chrysler Dealer
Surface scratches can be temporarily or permanently fixed using items you probably have lying around the home.
Candle Wax or Superglue
In an emergency, use candle wax or superglue. After cleaning the affected area, rub wax or place glue over the top of the scratch to help seal it. As superglue is clear, it seamlessly blends with your vehicle, which can also help mask the scratch temporarily.
Paint Polish
Start by using a non-abrasive foam pad and light polish to gently rub down the scratch until it (hopefully) disappears. If the scratch remains on the paintwork, you may need to try a more abrasive pad and/or a higher-grit polish.
Touch-Up Paint
Available from all good service centers, touch-up paint is a great DIY method for hiding deeper scratches.
Sometimes a dent or a scratch takes more than just some candle wax, a plunger, or polish to fix. That’s when it’s time to let the experts take a look. Visit Blue Ribbon Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Sallisaw, OK, and trust us to fix the problem for you and get your CDJR back to looking like new.
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