How to Repairing an Auto Ding
- DifficultyEasy
Repairing small auto damage marks is a straightforward process that can restore the appearance of your vehicle with minimal effort. Begin by using 1000 grit sandpaper designed for wet sanding to feather the edges of the scratch, ensuring a smooth transition to the bare metal if necessary. Once the sanded area feels smooth to the touch without any hint of an edge, it's time to move on to applying the paint. To match the original paint color, locate the car's color code on the information sticker and take it to an auto supply retailer or auto paint store to obtain a small can of touch-up paint. When applying the paint, use a light touch to maintain control, especially when using a sanding drum.
Clear away rust and loose paint
Using the Flex-Shaft Attachment, clear away rust and loose paint with a 500 aluminum oxide abrasive wheel and 428 carbon steel brush. Ensure to work at the recommended speed of 15,000 rpm.
Fill the depression with body putty
Smooth on body putty in thin, even layers to fill the depression left by the damage.
Sand away excess putty
Once the body putty has dried, use the 407 drum sander and 408 sanding band to sand away any excess putty. Feather the edges to blend with the existing paint by hand using fine sandpaper. Operate the tools at the recommended speed of 20,000 rpm.
Apply primer and paint
Apply primer, overlapping into the existing surface, and allow it to dry. Lightly hand sand the primer before applying several coats of finish paint, ensuring to sand lightly between coats.
By following these simple steps, you can effectively repair small auto damage marks and restore the appearance of your vehicle. Remember to prioritize safety by wearing eye and respiratory protection, and always refer to instruction manuals for all tools used in the project.
To reduce the risk of injury user must read instruction manuals for all tools used in this project. Wear eye and respiratory protection. Use clamps to support work piece whenever practical.