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Old 04-10-2010, 05:42 PM
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I have a couple small dents which I've been told are repairable using PDR methods. Looking for references related to a company called "Mel's Dent Removal" which is used by Michael-Stead Porsche in Walnut Creek. Anybody had experience with Mel?

I have no experience with DPR methods and my research indicates it is a true art, if done by a skilled and experienced technician. Finding the right guy seems to be the key.

Thanks in advance.
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If u can once u find a good one can u ask if they do dented underpanels. I have alot of them : (. Mike
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Mike, I'm surprised you have any underpanels left on that car!
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Can't comment on the firm you're asking about, but I've used DentPro in Campbell for 16 years. I have done an annual "DentPro Day" for the local regions (GGR, LP, D) along with the Bay Area RX-7 Club. These guys have done wondrous things.
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Hey Joe. I know you've hosted those events over the years and was always thankful I didn't need to attend. Your positive comment about dentpro is not the first I've heard.

Thanks.
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Like a lot of franchise operations, not all are alike, but I've heard generally good things about other DentPro's, Dent Wizards, Dent Doctor, etc.
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i use the same guy joe uses. he's good.
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Joe,

Who is "the guy" at DentPro I should talk to? I want the best of the best.

I have had Sal, the "Dent Expert", look at it and he was very encouraging. Knows his stuff and comes highly recommended. But, I'd like to talk to the guy at DentPro and then decide.

Thanks,

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Roger Scala, Campbell. I don't have the number handy, but if you need it, let me know.
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Thanks Joe!
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roger scala
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Thanks John!

When are going to get your **** in a pile and present your next car to us?

We're waaaaaiiiiiittttiiinng...
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Car 1 looks like urs
car 2 won't b here until summer
at TH 4/30
then GGLC mid may
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Originally Posted by gt3'er
I have a couple small dents which I've been told are repairable using PDR methods. Looking for references related to a company called "Mel's Dent Removal" which is used by Michael-Stead Porsche in Walnut Creek. Anybody had experience with Mel?

I have no experience with DPR methods and my research indicates it is a true art, if done by a skilled and experienced technician. Finding the right guy seems to be the key.

Thanks in advance.
Seriously call Luis @ http://www.lmcartouchup.com/

I have used him at least 3 times in the last year on my X3, BMW 535ix, and most recently on the wheel of my '07 GT3 ...

He has a lot of experience with high end cars, is an independent vendor and relies upon word of mouth referrals (like this) is work is amazing and his
prices are excellent.

I would never use DentPro or the like again after using Luis.

- larry

p.s
tell him I referred you, he may give you a discount


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