Paintless Dent Repair & Vehicle Wraps

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1. 

   door dinging vs hail chasing

   March 9, 2009 by Guest convincor

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   Looking for opinions for pros and cons of staying home doing door ding work or hail chasing.

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 10, 2009
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   Chrome and Carbon look Vinyl

   March 7, 2009 by Guest wavepro

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   Hi there any one knows where I can get the following vinyls -chrome look -carbon look -golden matt looking forward to your responses

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 7, 2009
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   FEW TOOLS TO GET STARTED? 1 2

   February 26, 2009 by Guest ///wink

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   Im just getting started and I have one tool to mess around with.. I have found that the more tools the better. can anyone suggest to me their favorite most used tools? I dont have the money to buy a whole kit right now so there has to be like 3-4 tools I can get that would do most of the jobs. any responses are greatly appreciated, thanks

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 4, 2009
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   electromagnetic dent removal?

   March 3, 2009 by Guest ///wink

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   anyone ever heard of this? any insight as if this is actually as easy as it looks? I looked up the machine they used in the video and it wasnt cheap.. but would be well worth it if it worked..

   

   Last reply by Diablo's Tint, March 3, 2009
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   New Member and PDR Tech

   February 18, 2009 by Guest VJ1979

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   Hey Everyone, Im new to the board and to PDR. I took a training course, spent a decent chunk of chain on tools and accessories. Ive been practicing on my own since the course. For some strange reason my work is not as good as it was during the course. I also attempted a dent outdoors on an infinity FX rear passenger door. I couldnt see my light for the life of me. I got so frustrated, I packed my gear and headed out. I dont know why I had such a hard time seeing the light outdoors. I have a large 2 bulb light on casters. I think im going to opt for a portable one that is smaller and uses a suction cup. I can see my current light being a pain. Im so frustrate…

   

   Last reply by Diablo's Tint, February 22, 2009
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   Dodge Challenger

   February 5, 2009 by gz sign designs

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   we just completed making a inhouse custom stripe kit for the new dodge challenger. the kit requires no triming on the vehicle. it took many templates to make but it came out pretty cool. check it out. http://www.gzsigndesigns.com/gallery2/carvinyl

   

   Last reply by Iron Duck Designs, February 11, 2009
7. 

   Glue puller

   January 26, 2009 by Guest tint51

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   Recommdations for the best Glue puller??

   

   Last reply by Guest, February 3, 2009
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   wraps done for hunting expo in indy

   January 8, 2009 by gz sign designs

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   check out these wraps we did for the hunting expo in indy this weekend. http://www.gzsigndesigns.com/gallery2/wraps/100_0297 http://www.gzsigndesigns.com/gallery2/wraps/100_0187 http://www.gzsigndesigns.com/gallery2/wraps/100_0064

   

   Last reply by gz sign designs, January 26, 2009
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   My first vehicle wrap 1 2 3

   July 26, 2007 by Kemble

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   I've been thinking about getting into the market of vehicle wrapping so I decided to test my skills by starting on my own car. The car is a 2006 Laser Blue Chevy Cobalt SS Supercharger. The wrap is black with a silver metalic pinstripe. The entire install took me about 12 hours total , 6 hours in 2 days. I'm extremly pleased with the results. I didn't mess up one piece nor did I create any creases or trap any dirt (much better than I can say about my tinting, ). I used Oracal 651 gloss black 24". Everything is in one piece except the roof is in 2 pieces spliced right up the middle, you can't even tell unless your right up on it rubbing your finger across it. Honest…

   

   Last reply by obi wan folie, January 23, 2009
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    noobe

    January 6, 2009 by gz sign designs

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    Heard about the site wanted to stop in and say hey.Have a shop in Illinois Been in the biz 11 yrs doing signs, lettering and graphics .Wraps, and tint 5yrs This site seems pretty informative ,and friendly.if anyone needs anything just IM ,or check out out site www.gzsigndesigns.com

    

    Last reply by gz sign designs, January 7, 2009
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    What to charge for this work?

    October 31, 2008 by VWaholic

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    I've been tinting for 10+ years but this is the first time I've ever put a wrap on a vehicle. We are doing it for our local MB dealer. I have no idea what to charge other than an hourly rate. I don't what to sell myself short as I have 14 hours in to this. I also don't want to give the work away and undercut the local wrap market and damage the pricing they're trying to uphold. Just like all the entry level shops are doing with the tint prices. $79 for the back half; what a joke. Take a look at the pic. The wrap also covers the whole rear bumper and the lower half of the rear hatch. If you've got some $$ idea's for me please PM as I don't expect people to talk about pri…

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 1, 2009
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    PPF /Vehicle wrap

    December 3, 2008 by Guest tint51

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    I was wondering if I knew how to do PPF whould the process be a lot different or is it a good cross over.

    

    Last reply by trimguy, December 20, 2008
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    Wrap removal

    November 16, 2008 by Guest wavepro

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    hi guyz any idea how to remove the wrap , I tried to remove the wrap from a car and it caused me troubles , the paint went out with the film any ideas to help in future to avoid such probs your feedback is highly appreciated

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 28, 2008
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    Vehicle Wraps

    November 23, 2008 by Guest zx1400

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    Thinking about doing vehicle wraps It seems too be quite lucurative business. Anyone here doing wraps?

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 24, 2008
15. 

    PDR business 1 2

    November 10, 2008 by Guest tint51

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    How is the PDR business doing? Picking up or holding steady slow..

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 22, 2008
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    What size color printer should I get

    November 22, 2008 by Guest zx1400

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    I have just decided to do vehicle wraps but I am not sure which size printer I should go with. I would like to get a 64" printer but I really don't have much space, it would be really tight in my office and of course my budget is another issue . I do have some experience using a plotter, Flexi starter and Lxi programs. I hear that you can do wraps with a 48" printer but if you want a clean and perfect job 64" is the way to go!

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 22, 2008
17. 

    PDR industry magazine??

    November 18, 2008 by Guest jamesweyand

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    I know NoDents.com has an online "magazine" but is there a real PDR magazine available to the industry or even general public? I just did a search and nothing came up so I figure of all the people who know more than me, someone has to know where to find a magazine if available. jamesweyand[a]hotmail

    

    Last reply by Diablo's Tint, November 21, 2008
18. 

    Anyone in Houston?

    November 16, 2008 by TintJunkie

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    I have a 2007 Escape that I would at least like to get some vinyl on the rear glass. I'd really like to get the entire vehicle done, but prob can't afford it. All I want on the back is my logo, number, and a breif description of services. Round about figures???

    

    Last reply by TintJunkie, November 16, 2008
19. 

    How did PDR turn into pre body repair.

    November 12, 2008 by Guest Kokomo Tint & Dent

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    I've been getting more and more calls from people wanting me to work on their stuff and straight up tell me, "we're going to paint it anyway, but we want u to do your thing". Hello! PAINTLESS Dent Repair........ These are body men or heads of the body shop asking me to to do the best I can just to save them work that they do for a living. Maybe I'm not charging enough. :asshat:

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 12, 2008
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    Looking for wholesale wraps

    November 8, 2008 by Guest TLE

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    I am a sign, tint, screenprinting, shop I was looking for someone that does printing of vehicle wraps so I can sell and install in my shop.Any info would be graet have been looking but some just don't seem like they whant to work with you.I thought it would be good business for both of us

    

    Last reply by coolshade, November 11, 2008
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    2005 civic si template

    November 7, 2008 by Guest halfwit

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    Can somebody give me the template for a 2005 honda civic si hatchback or tell me where to get one. Thanks

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 7, 2008
22. 

    Cowboy Certified? 1 2 3 4 5

    March 25, 2008 by Iron Duck Designs

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    Thinking about getting wrap certified from the cowboy...anyone done it, good, bad, ugly, mostly the truth though, we are a small shop, and money is always going somewhere other that my pockets so it is a large commitment to consider for us...seems a little overrated, but most stuff in the industry are overblown in the popular years, we really do okay with printed wraps, signage, and etc. Just greedy for more....

    

    Last reply by Guest, October 22, 2008
23. 

    Cheap Wrap Material ?

    October 17, 2008 by tint123

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    On my way home from work, saw an x cab pickup full wrap with advertising for their business. The wrap job looked good from what I could see. But the wrap material had the appearance of a $99 paint job you can spot a mile away. Do all vehicle wraps have the aapearance of a $99 paint job ?

    

    Last reply by tint_audiopros, October 21, 2008
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    Want start PDR and need advices

    October 7, 2008 by Guest sasa

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    Hello all!!! I got same problem I am from Croatia a little country in "Europe" and my car is fully destroied by dents I was buy some Pdr tools and get a practicle on old pices from car. I spend about a 1300 USD for tools and want do that in a life. Plan is to I fix my own car and when I do that then I can fixed another who need fixing. I got somethiout 400 dents and my plan is to I try start tomorrow. Ill wrote what will be, and please if I will need some help or some questions please wrote .... damn;( today I was worked on roof and some of dents I canot fix. Lots of dents is desapire but lots stay and I just cant fixed to end. On someone is stay a little dee…

    

    Last reply by Guest, October 7, 2008
25. 

    Illustrator and pro vehicle outline

    August 19, 2008 by toodark

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    I'm an idiot when it comes to illustrator, let me put that out there right up front. How in the world do you import a fill into the vehicle outline so that the fill is only in the outline of the vehicle template/ Doe that make sence? If you can explain in so a second grader an understand then I may get it.

    

    Last reply by alltracpete, September 25, 2008
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    Looking for motorcycle outlines/templates

    September 10, 2008 by Guest aftershock911

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    I am tired of airbrushing bikes and have decided to just wrap them . Us riders are too damn picky. Wraps will allow the customer to "proof" the art before its ever printed and then again before the install. My problem is I cant seem to find motorcycle outline/templates. If anyone knows where I may Purchase these please let me know. Thanks

    

    Last reply by Guest, September 12, 2008
27. 

    Need Wrap Ideas for 57 Chevy

    September 5, 2008 by Guest mr3y1956

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    I am putting a 57 Chevy Truck together and we are looking at wrap with Old School Tattoo Art. Any thoughts?

    

    Last reply by flat rock stan, September 8, 2008
28. 

    PDR business up or down

    August 18, 2008 by Guest tint51

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    Just wanting to know if the business has slowed alot in the last months.In Nor.Cal seems very slow..

    

    Last reply by Guest, September 3, 2008
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    Wrap designer

    August 27, 2008 by Guest wearejoy

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    Wondering if anyone on here is interested in designing a wrap for my 97 dodge ram ext cab dually. Im looking for a non commercial style wrap. Something you would see on a show car. Im not advertising on it. Just looking for something cool and Im no designer. I have the printer and skills to install it just don't have the creative side to it. If interested please email me at wearejoy@cox.net

    

    Last reply by flat rock stan, August 29, 2008
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    Any PDR training videos for sale?

    August 26, 2008 by Guest Universal

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    I was wondering before I purchased a few training videos , if anyone had purchased any from pdrcoach and if so were they helpful. If I can save some money then I would like to buy some used ones. Does anyone have any they are parting with?

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 26, 2008
31. 

    PDR Employment Oppurtunities

    February 17, 2008 by Guest dent79

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    We are a growing Paintless Dent Repair company with accounts across the United States. We are looking to hire experienced PDR Techs with at least 1 year experience. Must be able to pass a background check. We offer benefits and a lucrative commission rate and lots of work. We are needing Techs that what to work and any Hail techs that do not want to travel anymore and work in their backyard. Contact me if you are interested, please include your name and phone number and the state that you are wanting to work in. mehadix@yahoo.com Mark Hadix

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 5, 2008
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    Wanting to learn PDR

    August 2, 2008 by Guest Universal

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    I have my own business doing something non related to PDR, but I have had the opportunity to watch the industry grow from the early 90's . I kinda have basic knowledge of how it works , but I cant find anyone who is willing to train me other than the 1-4 week training courses which I dont have that much time to devote. I want to do this as a supplemental business. I have some basic tools and I seem to create distortion in the metal rather than remove the dents. Would the videos help?

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 2, 2008
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    where do you buy custom colors that are flat / metallic / candy / carb

    July 19, 2008 by Guest intence

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    after seeing what wraps can do, I want to wrap my car in another color versus repainting it. one site that really introduced to me this is www.foilacar.com. I have clear bra experience so im sure this cant be that much different... of course I have a few questions.... 1) I want flat colors, metallic colors, candy colors, carbon fiber, and mirror finish. I only have a plotter so id like to avoid having to print on top of the vinyl. which suppliers carry these finishes? 2) I plan to do it by hand but are there patterns / software that will cut the film within milimeters of accuracy? is it better to use a 'pattern' or should I do it by hand? thanks!

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 1, 2008
34. 

    Sales Position

    July 25, 2008 by Guest kcglass

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    We are seeking assertive, experienced candidates to join our sales team. Outside sales reps are responsible for prospecting for new customers and growing current accounts. Candidates must be able to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and stay connected to new, innovative products. We offer salary plus incentives. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, 401K, and more. If you possess the drive and work ethic to succeed, and are seeking an exciting, professional opportunity, please contact Josh Cavanaugh at josh@kcglassinc.com

    

    Last reply by tint_detective, July 25, 2008
35. 

    New wrap AGAIN

    June 21, 2008 by flat rock stan

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    A friend that came to my window tinting school a couple years ago wanted to learn some wrap so he and his wife came to visit and wrapped my van for me. This is the 3rd wrap on the van not counting the original cut vinyl. All over the top of the last!!!! I just didn’t like the last one! The pictures I have are before we put our name on the windows. Just plain simple text using brushed aluminum on the dark glass. Stan BEFORE DURING AFTER

    

    Last reply by flat rock stan, June 21, 2008
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    Lighthouse Landscaping Partial Wrap/Helmets First Trailer

    June 2, 2008 by Iron Duck Designs

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    here is a partial wrap we did last week...and me working on a wrap for a trailer...will post more pics next week! http://www.guardiangraphics.net/sitebuilde...rap-747x296.jpg http://www.guardiangraphics.net/sitebuilde...ari-346x222.jpg Hope everyone has a great week!!!

    

    Last reply by TINTZEUS, June 5, 2008
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    need images

    June 4, 2008 by sbifster

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    I am in NJ I am looking for some images of a claw to put into a wrap we are designing that has a rip effect going down the side. Can anybody help with this. Steve

    

    Last reply by Iron Duck Designs, June 4, 2008
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    need a design

    May 30, 2008 by Guest thatsnappyguy

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    I have a 2004 chevy colorado that I want to do a complete wrap on. its goin to be my DIRECTV work truck, somthing im doin on the side. also need to same thing done for a new tacoma 4 door. my colorado is maroon so I need a complete wrap. the tacoma is black so if someone designed something that would go well with that color and wouldnt have to do the top half of the truck that would be great. I will take care of the install. hit me up here or at thatsnappyguy@yahoo.com

    

    Last reply by Guest, June 1, 2008
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    Need for hire

    July 1, 2007 by Guest craigwojo

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    Hi everyone, How would someone find vehicle wrap installers and what would be the price for installing the wraps. No specific vehicle. Just need a ballpark figure for wrapping a van, truck, car, etc. I have customers that what thier vehicle wrapped by I am a designer not an installer. Thank you, Craig

    

    Last reply by Guest, May 30, 2008
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    Helmets First Wrap

    May 15, 2008 by Iron Duck Designs

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    Here is the wrap we just finished, customer is coming back next week to get a matching trailer! http://www.guardiangraphics.net/sitebuilde...036-560x371.jpg http://www.guardiangraphics.net/sitebuilde...041-274x263.jpg http://www.guardiangraphics.net/sitebuilde...044-381x247.jpg Bike Gears ghosted in on the orange, truck was originally black.

    

    Last reply by tinterdiva, May 30, 2008