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Old 09-29-2017, 03:26 PM
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...He's worked on three of my 993's...
Was one of those the Zenith you sold me????

If so, your'e right!

(Having a great time with it, BTW)
Old 09-29-2017, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Jay777
Was one of those the Zenith you sold me????

If so, your'e right!

(Having a great time with it, BTW)
LOL - There was a small seam on the right side of the frunk. It was hard to notice, but I knew it was there and wanted it corrected. Jay spent an hour heating and plying the metal from both sides until it was perfect.

Glad that you, and the boys, are enjoying the zenith!
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While we're on the subject, anyone have a guy in the Philadelphia area?
Old 09-29-2017, 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by tjb616
While we're on the subject, anyone have a guy in the Philadelphia area?
http://carisma.com

Mike Murphy, Carisma, West Chester PA is excellent. Winner of the U.S. Olympic Dent Championship.
Old 09-30-2017, 11:21 AM
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I've used PDR on my drivers door. There were 3 dents, a 3" vertical crease just forward of the door handle and two other 1" or so dings. For $250, PDR eliminated all of them. I do have a slight crease above the rear bumper seam on the driver's side quarter panel. I was told that since they couldn't get behind there without removing stuff, that they couldn't do PDR in that spot. It seems it works best when the dents are on doors or areas that they can easily get behind to pop out the dents. I'm really pleased with the results.
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Originally Posted by SKM
http://carisma.com

Mike Murphy, Carisma, West Chester PA is excellent. Winner of the U.S. Olympic Dent Championship.
THANK YOU! My detailer is in West Chester. Sounds like my car is headed to Chester County in the spring .
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When it comes to vehicle repair options, traditional auto body repair is hardly ever the best option. While PDR has its limitations, it should always be the preferred option unless a qualified technician determines otherwise. paintless dent repair tool is more effective, is the least expensive option, saves much more time, is much better for the environment, and does a great job of maintaining the value of a vehicle as compared to traditional repair methods.
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Anyone know a good PDR guy in the Denver area? Just found out my previous guy moved to Arizona.

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Any knowledge of a talented PDR person in the Milwaukee/north Chicago Area? Also looking for a talented convertible top person.

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Big thumbs up for Mike in West Chester, PA!!!!
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Who is the best in NNJ?
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Originally Posted by Paolo1
Who is the best in NNJ?
The best guy I ever found was, 20 years ago, at Dent Wizard. I can't remember his name though. He did wonderful work on my '88 M6 and another car too.

I thought the business was in Lodi but the current address is Elmwood Park. Either they relocated or or my recollection is faulty. He's probably moved on by now. Sorry I can't be more specifically helpful.
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Originally Posted by JimPA
The best guy I ever found was, 20 years ago, at Dent Wizard. I can't remember his name though. He did wonderful work on my '88 M6 and another car too.

I thought the business was in Lodi but the current address is Elmwood Park. Either they relocated or or my recollection is faulty. He's probably moved on by now. Sorry I can't be more specifically helpful.
Jim - can you recommend anyone near Allentown?
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Default Philadelphia area - Carisma

Carisma is amongst the best PDR shops in the Philadelphia suburbs. 40 years of experience. 2004 International dent champion scoring 99.06 out of 100. And for large dents as well as dings as long as the paint is not damaged. Just take a look at the before and after photos on their website. The second pair with the pronounced body curve is particularly impressive.

http://www.carisma.com

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With Winter rapidly approaching for some that have dents that need removal. Keep in mind that temps in the 60F plus range are best for such removal.


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