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Collision repair
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Body repair solutions

An overview of abrasives and power tools for each critical stage of body repair.

A 3M™ Net Abrasive disc on an orbital sander demonstrating. how it absorbs and traps sanding dust.

3M™ Net Abrasives

Open net structure is designed to provide a virtually dust-free environment for a cleaner, healthier shop.

Leave the dust behind

Aluminum repair

  • Proper Metalwork on Aluminum Panels in Collision Repair
    Proper cleaning and replacement of aluminum parts

     

  • Proper Metalwork on Aluminum Panels in Collision Repair
    Proper metalwork on aluminum panels

     

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Bumper repair

  • Proper Repair of Crack or Tear on Plastic Bumper Products
    Proper repair of a crack or tear on a plastic bumper

     

  • Identifying and Repairing Structural Plastic Tab
    Identifying and repairing structural plastic tabs

     

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Dent repair

  • Small Damage, Dents and Imperfection Repairs on Metal Panels
    Small damage, dents and imperfection repairs on metal panels

     

  • Proper Process of Repairing Damage Requiring Pulling Pins or Studs Repairs
    Proper process to repair damage requiring pulling pins or stud

     

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Door skin repair or replacement

  • Proper Removal of Exterior Door Skin in Collision Repair Process
    Proper removal of an exterior door skin

     

  • Process for Removing OEM Seam Sealers and Coatings
    Process for removing OEM seam sealers and coatings

     

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Panel repair or replacement

  • Proper Steps when Repairing Steel Panel in Collision Repair
    Proper process when repairing steel panels
  • Combining Panel Bond Adhesive and Welding in Collision Repair
    Combining panel bond adhesive and welding
  • Combining Seam Sealing and Welding In Collision Repair
    Combining seam sealing and welding
  • Proper Use of Welding and Spark Deflection Paper for Collision Repair
    Proper use of welding and spark deflection paper
  • Proper Steps When Using Panel Bond in Collision Repair
    Proper steps when using panel bond
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Sound deadening

  • Replacing and replicating sound deadener video
    Replacing and replicating sound deadener
  • Off vehicle restoration of sound deadener video
    Off vehicle restoration of sound deadener
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