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Old Feb 14, 2002 | 08:02 PM
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How to remove bumper dent

Hey guys, I ahve a 90 GXL. My front bumper has a dent. WHat should I do to remove it without killing the paint?
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Old Feb 14, 2002 | 08:45 PM
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Depends on the size of the dent, but here's a trick:

First, use a hairdryer or something to heat the dent and a little of the metal around it.

Then, find a small/med sized plunger. Spread a thin coat of grease around the lip (type doesn't matter), and carefully squish it down over the dent and try to pull it out.

I did that on an old T-Bird I had when somebody hip-checked it. Worked like a champ. Just don't forget to clean off the grease when you're done so it doesn't damage your paint.

Jim
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Old Feb 14, 2002 | 08:48 PM
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Take it to the body shop, jk , sorry im not a body man
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