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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:31 AM
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I heard there was some type of method, where you can heat the metal up, then freeze it with a can of compressed air, upside down.


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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:55 AM
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just stick something rubber on the back and pound it out. let us know what happens
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 05:41 PM
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Don't try it - I can promise you it is not easy to do yourself. I have tried a few times and always need to have someone do it.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 05:45 PM
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i wouldnt be able to pound it out if i wanted too.

its in an unreachable spot. these dents.

was leaning towards more of the popping it out with a suction cup kinda deal.

but iono... maybe ill try that blow dryer c02 air can deal.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 06:13 PM
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look for a PDR service in your area.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 08:09 PM
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I did this on my S13 where it wasn't a big deal if the panel got messed up, since it's not so expensive..

What you'd do is just heat the metal and get dry ice to cool it instantly.
This expands the metal and contracts it immediately which would pop out dings and dents.

Don't burn your paint now.
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Old Apr 1, 2008 | 05:13 AM
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PDR is the way to go... I think Dent Wizard is a national chain, so look for them in your area. It's a pretty skilled thing that they do. I've watched them in action when I had a few dents taken out of my 94 RX-7 (thinnest sheet metal on ANY car, I swear!), and I was very impressed.
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