Paintless Dent Repair & Vehicle Wraps

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1. 

   need HELP, going crazier

   March 1, 2007 by flat rock stan

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   I took a wrap class from Oracal last month and have been practicing with a 54 inch roll of unprinted material they laminated for me. I have decided on the Roland sp 540 printer but need to learn some graphic design before plunking down the money. I have flexi sign but don?t know beans about working with it! What programs work the easiest for designing wraps? I could ask a million questions but really just need someone to help me get started. I started an online photoshop class last month from a local community collage figuring I had to start somewhere!!!! Don?t really know if it will help Just call me Grasshopper flatrockstan@yahoo.com

   

   Last reply by tigerstripe, March 3, 2007
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   Digital Wrap on windows 1 2

   August 8, 2005 by TINT

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   are these digital wrap for back windows applied with a wet solution or applied on dry?

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 2, 2007
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   wrapped my boat 1 2

   March 2, 2006 by Guest idealrides

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   well the product is called "slamwrap" from speedgraphics, not a full wrap of course but it's good enough for me and my 35' donzi. I had them custom oversize this graphic. also did a similar blue/chrome tribal design on the jet ski.

   

   Last reply by Mr paladin, March 2, 2007
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   Plotter Clipart Software!!!

   July 2, 2005 by Guest hugopa10

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   Dose anyone know where I could get clipart software for my plotter like cartoons, aftermarket names etc...?

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 1, 2007
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   WRC van wrap

   October 30, 2006 by Guest Tint Wiz

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   Did this van few weeks ago it was white but it was different shades , so did a full wrap with some red print on it with the owners company logo on it as well as the lion from peugeot

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 1, 2007
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   first complete wrap

   January 7, 2007 by tigerstripe

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   my first full wrap. I gotta say its alot of fun. http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g320/tig...op/100_0602.jpg

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 1, 2007
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   need my car wrapped, anyone?

   February 22, 2007 by Guest loonytinter

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   lookin' to get my car wrapped, whats an average cost for complete but roof? I own a tint shop...dont have artwork, so anything attractive will be fine. im in romford area. thx! 0795 123 3205 moon@tinttouch.com

   

   Last reply by Guest, March 1, 2007
8. 

   uni color car wrapping ? 1 2

   December 21, 2006 by B-C-D-Mike

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   Hello everybody, the car wrapping is pretty popular in the Germany (and some more areas in Europe) so I wonder because I?ve never heard much about it in the States? Is anybody working with the car wrapping films? ( I don?t mean films for digital prints). Just films to change the color of a car without a regular paint-job. Wonder why it (seems) not to be a big buisness in the States - are the customers to picky? This post has been promoted to an article

   

   Last reply by LEO'n'DARTZ, December 28, 2006
9. 

   advice needed

   November 26, 2006 by Guest angrydragon68

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   hey, I recently received the opputunity to follow a tech around and have him train me. But, I would be traveling around for 8 months out of the year. Even though I would be makeing alot of money, I dont know if I could be gone for that long. How do you guys that chase storms put up with being away from every one you know for so long. I am told that since I am young and single that this would be perfect for me. But I dont want to be single forever. I just dont know If I could make this my career. Any advice would be great. thanks

   

   Last reply by Guest, December 4, 2006
10. 

    wraps

    January 17, 2005 by Guest pushingfingers

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    just wondering if anyone does car wraps and if so, could u give me a little info: - instal difficulty level - how to get the wrap - how to get the graphics from your customer and print, or have printed - any and all info please

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 21, 2006
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    removing a small ding

    May 19, 2006 by Guest eric1111

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    hi, this is my first post. ok I bought a nissan 2006 pathfinder 3 weeks ago. well yesterday my mother came over. I went to show her my new car. so she opened the driver side door to look inside, well when she did that she banged my car door into her car door mirror. so now I have a small ding above the handle of my car. its small but its bothering me because its a brand new truck. so I am looking not to bring it to a pro because I am broke. so is there a way I can do it to safe some money. also it did not chip the paint. I heard dry ice than I heard use the ding king seen on tv I am sure that is crap. so any help would be great. thank you.

    

    Last reply by Guest, November 7, 2006
12. 

    Vehicle wrapping 1 2

    October 26, 2006 by Guest tint goblin

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    Hi Can any one recommend a vehicle wrapping coarse in the south of the UK. Kat x

    

    Last reply by Guest, October 30, 2006
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    hail teams ????

    December 8, 2005 by Guest theodebosse

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    hey guy's, couple of tech's from canada wondering if there is any hail teams who might need some help out there?

    

    Last reply by Guest, October 20, 2006
14. 

    Looking for employment

    October 11, 2006 by Guest andyG

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    I am Dent Tech with 11 years experience based in the U.K. I am looking for an oppertunity abroad and I would welcome any advice or help that may be offered, I am intrested in the training side as I think I have something to offer, but I am open to ideas. my E-Mail address is andygoodwin7@hotmail.co.uk.

    

    Last reply by Guest, October 11, 2006
15. 

    would you give it all up 1 2

    October 1, 2006 by tigerstripe

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    just wondering how many are both or why you gave up the other?

    

    Last reply by TINTZEUS, October 4, 2006
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    GLASGOW WRAPPER JUST FOUND THIS PLACE!!

    September 14, 2006 by Guest pg glasgow

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    cool site! ive been wrappin for a while and want a go at tinting whats the hardest??

    

    Last reply by TintDude, September 14, 2006
17. 

    going to vinyl my van

    August 8, 2006 by Guest NokTint

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    ive got a van with a shabby paintjob, so I thought id vinyl it, as I have access to vinyl. ive read a few things here and there, looked at some websites. so its just pulling and squeegying to the shape of the vehicle. start from highest point of panel and squeegy outwards ?? is this about right ? do I put it on dry ?? my neighbours isuzu bighorn is vinyld up so im going to look how it was joined. would it be easy to vinyl bumpers ?? any advice would be great.

    

    Last reply by Guest, September 14, 2006
18. 

    new dent lights for sale

    August 30, 2006 by Guest atlantadings

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    We've started to manufacture a dent light that we have been using for years. Its a 4ft fluorescent light, that is amazing for hail repair and shop use. If you like to work with the fading edge of a black line, this light provides 4 feet of it. You'll love this light, you can't miss your tool tip with this thing. We're selling it at www.pdr-improvements.com Good luck

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 30, 2006
19. 

    pdr tech

    January 7, 2006 by Guest hailraiser

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    Hi, 1st of all ,I think this site is great.I am a PDR Tech, I have 5 years experience.I have been chasing storms for the last 4 years. The market it so flooded with techs now, it is getting harder to find work.So I was wondering if you guys know of a good reputable company that is looking for a hard working ,reliable tech. Thanks, Hailraiser

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 21, 2006
20. 

    PDR Tech Needed

    August 18, 2006 by Guest autorecon.com

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    If your looking for an opportunity to sit in one place and do nothing but retail business then you need to call me as soon as possible. We are starting our second location at the Irvine Spectrum Center located in the hart of Orange County CA. This out door shopping mall that is call the worlds busiest entertainment center it has movie theaters, resturants, shopping and many other fun things to do while we fix their dings and detail there car. At this location there are four valet stations that are going to sell Auto Detailing, PDR, Touch-Up, and Windshield repair. The valet company parks about 23,000 cars per month and we have access to all those customers and then so…

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 18, 2006
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    need help w/ roof repair on ram 2500

    August 2, 2006 by Guest canadiandentguy

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    I have a ram 2500 with hail damage on the roof. the front half of the panel has a double skin that is not only screwed on, but welded along the pinch weld in the door jams, and glued in various places along the back side of the skin...... how do I get at the actual roof skin to remove the hail damage???? some pointers or advice would muchly be appreciated

    

    Last reply by Guest, August 14, 2006
22. 

    New printer 1 2

    June 12, 2006 by Guest Tint Wiz

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    Just got our brand new Roland 54" print and cut just cost the earth will post pics up

    

    Last reply by Guest, July 28, 2006
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    3m wrap

    June 29, 2006 by Guest Tint Wiz

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    Rang up 3m in uk and wanted some wrap and he asked what I was useing so told him he did not know the code I gave him which was IJ355 but he could not match it but came back with a close match but he said it is a thiner wrap so not to sure anyone

    

    Last reply by Guest, June 29, 2006
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    Advice on makinga nice pdr light.

    June 20, 2006 by Guest Blackie

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    I just got all my tools and im about to start training. I was wondering what everyone was using for their pdr light? I cant afford the $400 nice ones off of the pdr websites and was told hat I could make one just as good at home depot or somewhere. what makes a good pdr light?? feel free to show me pics of what your talking about too. thanks in advance

    

    Last reply by Guest, June 22, 2006
25. 

    vehical wraps 1 2

    December 8, 2004 by Guest Sprinter

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    someone said they were now a vehical wrap person doing the advertising on vehicals don't remember who that was, I would like to see about getting in to this as it is popping up everywhere here and can't seem to find anything on this other than other businesses that are doing this, I can't find who has a business oppratunity or franchise that puts you into your own thing. anyone have any web sites or knowledge about how to get into this thing, if you don't want to reply here pm me. thanks..................................

    

    Last reply by Guest, May 17, 2006
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    looking for work

    April 4, 2006 by Guest tim

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    I just want to say hi to everyone in here. My name is Tim. I've been doing PDR at this one place in Texas for over three yrs. When I first started, there were big hail storms but I was on the job training. The last couple yrs, my pdr skill got much better but there was not enough work. I get really bored and discouraged sitting in the shop and waiting for work. I just want to know if any PDR tech out there with an established route or any hail team who need some help. I'd be happy and willing to work for a percentage, please reply!!!

    

    Last reply by Guest, April 7, 2006
27. 

    PDR Tech Needed In Tampa Bay, FL

    March 28, 2006 by Guest ClearwaterFLDent

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    Experienced Dent Technician Wanted for Established Dealership Work with Existing Route in Pinellas County, FL Call for More Info: 727-420-1354

    

    Last reply by Guest, March 28, 2006
28. 

    OT: Need a good PDR Tech in the GTA

    March 21, 2006 by Guest Sazaks

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    Hi Guys, Can anyone recommend a good Paintless Dent Removal tech in the GTA? Even though I parked a million miles away from the Home Depot entrance, someone still managed to ram a shopping car into my door. I've only had the car for 2 months! There is no paint damage but the door has a noticible crease in it. Does anyone know who is the best PDR tech in the GTA? Thanks Marc

    

    Last reply by Guest, March 23, 2006
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    PDR expert wanted

    January 30, 2006 by Guest MagicTouch

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    looking for a PDR expert to work in the United Arab Emirates cery good sallry is offered in one of the largest Automotive services group in UAE if any are intrested just email me on info@magictouchuae.com

    

    Last reply by Guest, March 5, 2006
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    wraps

    January 17, 2005 by Guest pushingfingers

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    just looking for a little info on wraps. if anyone can help it would be appreciated.... thanks - instal dificulty level - printing the grafix or ordering them - if u order them how do u take the grafix from your customers - is there software to take the orders and then u send them to the manufacturer - if u mess one up do u buy a new one - and how much to charge - how much are they to order any info would be great THANKS...

    

    Last reply by Guest, March 2, 2006
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    train to do wraps

    February 22, 2006 by watchdaride

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    After the summer we should we should get a group together and do a one week training on doing wraps. I always wanted to get into wraps. They are companies that will design and print and all we have to do is install . That sounds real easy. Right !

    

    Last reply by Guest, February 22, 2006
32. 

    gas strut repairs

    February 17, 2006 by Guest dave351cid

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    a bit off the topic here but does any one know where I can get info about doing gas strut repairs without buying a franchise. I am in australia but willing to get info and equipment from anywhere.

    

    Last reply by Guest, February 17, 2006
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    Auto recon techs wanted across the U.S

    February 8, 2006 by Guest 10K

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    DDD is seeking qualified Auto Reconditioning Repair Technicians to meet the needs of our customers' for timely, efficient, and quality repairs ranging from hail damage, parking lot damage, windshield repair or paint damage. No contracts to sign, you are NOT an employee of DDD, you have total control. Our goal is to provide you with year round work that meets your skill level. Minimum 3 years exp. required. HAVE QUESTIONS OR INTERESTED IN GETTING ON OUR LIST EMAIL US. WE WILL SEND YOU AN APPLICATION FORM AND INSTRUCTIONS[/b] dentinfo@optonline.net

    

    Last reply by Guest, February 8, 2006
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    wrapped my company car 1 2

    January 10, 2006 by Guest Tint Wiz

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    This was my first go at a full wrap took some time but got there in the end

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 18, 2006
35. 

    wraping front, top and back

    November 25, 2005 by Guest zigzag-cutting

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    Hello everyone ! I am new to this forum .... Hello and hope everyone is well ........ I recently started doing alot of import shows and the new trend is wraping the bonnett, roof and trunk..... is there an easier way of wrapping the trunk or a program to use to cut out the shape of the trunk.... Thanks

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 16, 2006
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    Selling territory in California

    January 11, 2006 by Guest dentpro3

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    Been in Business 10 years , no competition. Sold three of four territories to my own guys and need to replace myself. Body shops and Retail. e-mail: gbuich@aol.com

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 12, 2006
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    avery/eu vinyl

    December 17, 2005 by Guest tintsign

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    we are using avery european blue ref vinyl to wrap a porsche . we want to try to do it dry but there is alot of stretching that will have to be done. I was thinking of using some rapid tac or alcohol , water solution ? the hood and roof and doors are no problem the fenders and rear sides of the vehicle slightly more difficult . the bumpers however have alot of space to cover and there is some relief cuts that have to be made . My question is what solution might be helpful ie : application solution / heat lamps / one person apllying 2 stretching ? any helps and tips appreciated . avery 900 31 35 a bl…

    

    Last reply by Guest, January 12, 2006
38. 

    Whats Wraps?

    December 31, 2005 by FEARON

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    Just browsing the Forum, and seen this,.. What is it?

    

    Last reply by solareclipseauto, January 1, 2006
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    Experienced PDR Tech Wanted in Tampa Bay, FL Area

    May 3, 2005 by Guest ClearwaterFLDent

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    Established PDR company looking for independent contractor with minimum 2 years exp. Will help fine tune technique if necessary with on the job training. Route available immediately with commission potential of $50,000 - $100,000 a year. Reply to email for more information

    

    Last reply by Guest, December 31, 2005
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    All set up but nowhere to go! 1 2

    October 14, 2005 by Guest Shady

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    Hello, so I have newly required rockhopper 2/ mutoh/ gerber/ 46"/ whatever printer and plotter set up. I dont need to know if this set up is any good or not, I would just like a bit of info on best materials for wrapping, site where I can buy or get royalty free pics, and what my most likely problems are going to be. I can tint well and have taken a wrapping course, so its more the technical info that would be greatly appretiated. cheers Billy

    

    Last reply by Guest, December 6, 2005