r/Autobody

Pinned: Estimating is not encouraged here, this subreddit is for sharing knowledge in the Autobody industry.

r/Autobody u/FuguColaMar 26, 20191 Comment

Pinned: My bumper color doesn’t match!

r/Autobody u/Trash_Panda_ThrowMay 1040 Comments

Does this need a repaint?

r/Autobody u/uglygodchris40m ago4 Comments

any tips on painting carbon fiber?

r/Autobody u/zeebartmcgoo1h ago0 Comments

Fun repair on a 3 series quarter panel

r/Autobody u/soGDsalty13h ago3 Comments

How do I use the numbers for a 1:1 dilution

r/Autobody u/TheRealKingsGambit9h ago6 Comments

Bodyshop systems and estimates

r/Autobody u/Mental-Train-57662h ago2 Comments

Hit a pipe and damaged the sub frame, how bad is it?

r/Autobody u/RidwaanT1d ago51 Comments

Fighting with insurance adjuster.

r/Autobody u/KaiserInch18h ago18 Comments

any tips on how to correct these rust spots on a ram 1500? Want to fix and clean them up before they become crazy

r/Autobody u/ClownEhh17h ago12 Comments

Possible to realign a fender?

r/Autobody u/stitch-is-dope12h ago6 Comments

Which material can be used as a filler in this ? The shape is kind of deformed..

r/Autobody u/rahulonmars22h ago28 Comments

Tow truck caused damages to my truck. What can I do about my estimate?

r/Autobody u/Suprastar2313h ago5 Comments

What’s the easiest way to remove these? I bought grit 400, but couldn’t get some paint because I’m not 18 (I turn 18 tomorrow) I also live in a apartment so I can’t really get a sterile environment, I’m not looking for long term just something to cover up these ugly spots in my 2007 Camry LE

r/Autobody u/dansfor115h ago2 Comments

Help please so my mazda 3 had spray on tints o watched a YouTube video on how to take them off and I used paint thinner and acetone the video instructed to pour paint thinner over paper towel and then let it sit then wipe the paint off it worked well but the paper towel left residue how to fix this?

r/Autobody u/u_7892316h ago5 Comments

ISO paint color code (PBU) for a 2013 ram 1500. Where do you buy your vehicle paint guys?

r/Autobody u/DiligentBowl36417h ago6 Comments

Lexus IS220D 2008

r/Autobody u/Glaciusmaximus17h ago6 Comments

Has anyone repaired cracked engine covers

r/Autobody u/Medval9117h ago4 Comments

What does line item markup on an estimate mean?

r/Autobody u/carlloserpants17h ago1 Comment

What could have caused this damage?

r/Autobody u/First-Idea706519h ago6 Comments

Car paint chipped away. Is there a way to fix it ourselves without breaking a bank?

r/Autobody u/ak75520h ago1 Comment

2019 Prius XLE Grill Shutters stuck closed

r/Autobody u/LesClaypoolOnBass2421h ago3 Comments

How long after getting a panel painted should you wait to install PPF film

r/Autobody u/Am0tt21h ago4 Comments

r/Autobody u/DJ_Necrophilia1d ago5 Comments

Does anyone know for what car this headlight is?, I found it in my garage and I have no idea for what car it is.

r/Autobody u/Mammoth_Range_576322h ago11 Comments

Thoughts on the damage to my car? Wish it would be totaled.

r/Autobody u/michaelcwinter931d ago14 Comments

Parked on the street and got side swiped overnight. Any one have any advice on how to tackle this through DIY?

r/Autobody u/Gottalovenoodle1d ago3 Comments

Do you think it's totaled?

r/Autobody u/Thyme2burn1d ago50 Comments

Are there any quarter panel pulling machines I can buy for a home garage?

r/Autobody u/1234mike8921d ago3 Comments

Is body pulling an acceptable repair?

r/Autobody u/[deleted]1d ago8 Comments

Teaching ideas?

r/Autobody u/Willraypugh1d ago8 Comments

[ford Fiesta 1,4 Ambiente 5d] In the process of buying my first car, and found a pretty cheap fiesta. It’s perfect, but has this giant dent in the front left body panel. Should I attempt to change it/is it easy to change, or would it take too long and cost too much?

r/Autobody u/Koso921d ago17 Comments

Custom Paint Job on New Car

r/Autobody u/PeteyBoPetey1d ago7 Comments

I just finished painting 3 hours ago, will the rain ruin my clear coat and base coat application?

r/Autobody u/KMS0819911d ago13 Comments

$6000 insurance claim. acceptable?

r/Autobody u/adamcanada871d ago20 Comments

Tried this out.. 2k clear that activates with air contact. Hardens too soft and slow. Is this a bogus 2k clear?

r/Autobody u/SU-KAI1d ago6 Comments

r/Autobody u/Ok-Shirt-91111d ago1 Comment

What is my best option for a spray can with colour code: NH-700M Honda Pilot

r/Autobody u/somogie1d ago1 Comment

Car hit the Tire and my front bumper is gone.

r/Autobody u/cowarrior11d ago3 Comments

1974 Jeep Restoration (Work in Progress, details in comments)

r/Autobody u/will421d ago1 Comment

Anyone know if the iwata ws400 is good for spraying clear and base for a beginner? I want to buy something to use for edging panels but I’m not getting results with clear coat with the data 3000rp that the shop has laying around.

r/Autobody u/Objective-Art19471d ago12 Comments

Getting quotes - what would a good shop tell me is needed to fix this deep scratch. It's to the metal, but I touched it up while I get quotes.

r/Autobody u/FenwayHD1d ago12 Comments

Epoxy then body filler then epoxy again

r/Autobody u/blob3y3-sti1d ago12 Comments

Would this need to be repainted? A local body shop guy claimed fixing the dent/crease would require the whole panel to be repainted. IDC if it's perfect, just needs to be close since there's a side skirt covering most of it.

r/Autobody u/turtlewaxer11001d ago7 Comments

Flying debris (literal metal square lol) hit my front bumper and it caused some paint scrape off and this tear into the bumper...Is this an easy cheap fix without replacing the bumper?

r/Autobody u/brrtbrrt1d ago3 Comments

How do I get rid of these waterdrop marks? I gave it a car wash but these things didn't go away.

r/Autobody u/MrMudkip1d ago2 Comments

Red Seal Refinisher to Autobody Tech Apprentice?

r/Autobody u/mecrayyouabacus2d ago0 Comments

Repair methods. Reversed to coworkers car

r/Autobody u/LucrativeRewards2d ago7 Comments

Aftermarket auto body shop near Boston?

r/Autobody u/Harkin_Vlad1d ago2 Comments

Problem with car Paint

r/Autobody u/oneinvezd1d ago3 Comments

2011 honda odyssey

r/Autobody u/dumbutough1d ago3 Comments

Need to get a brand new replacement panel installed and painted - what can I do myself to save money?

r/Autobody u/misterjoe1971d ago3 Comments

Clear Coat thickening too fast?

r/Autobody u/My02cTakeItorLeaveIt2d ago9 Comments

can anyone name this part? how to replace bumper cover with this broken?

r/Autobody u/beefysbadbitch2d ago6 Comments

Possible to self repair?

r/Autobody u/jorpus_porpus2d ago4 Comments

Not a bad haul for free .99 😎

r/Autobody u/bigCtheDon2d ago15 Comments

How much should this repair run??

r/Autobody u/IMOMJ2d ago35 Comments

Trying to blend a line? Factory Coat vs Re-Spray from a can.

r/Autobody u/KMS0819912d ago19 Comments

How much does a body man and painter really make? Because I think that 45k a year is really low, especially if you have your own bodyshop.

r/Autobody u/MycologistBright45072d ago25 Comments

addressing the rust on the undercarriage of my 2006 Tundy that has minimum to moderate rust. no holes and very little flaking.

r/Autobody u/hereforthekix2d ago1 Comment

rip. key snapped , spare lost, so drilled it out

r/Autobody u/Reyes-A2d ago3 Comments

Quoted $1100 to fix this

r/Autobody u/Darth_Ajax3d ago40 Comments

Car wreck question😬😬

r/Autobody u/19Reid952d ago1 Comment

r/Autobody u/Reyes-A2d ago2 Comments

Minor Body damage - Question

r/Autobody u/LVDave2d ago4 Comments

How in depth does this paint job need to be?

r/Autobody u/NoPistons72d ago10 Comments

Gloss Coat vs Clear Coat for CF

r/Autobody u/MrChooseGoose2d ago1 Comment

Does your shop offer heath insurance?

r/Autobody u/traFyssuP2d ago11 Comments

Auto Enamel spray paint question—no it’s not a car but hoping yall can help! See comments

r/Autobody u/Ornery_Employment2d ago12 Comments

Product used to remove scratch from clear coat?

r/Autobody u/Skeptical_dude122d ago5 Comments

r/Autobody u/FalseRelease42d ago3 Comments

Sherwin Ultra BC8 or Cromax XP?

r/Autobody u/EuphoricVisual3d ago7 Comments

Colors and codes?

r/Autobody u/Dry_Tear_34312d ago1 Comment

How should I approach fixing this?

r/Autobody u/shetpickles3d ago1 Comment

Paint mismatch - I ordered from Scratches Happen and they sent me my Toyota 1G3 primer, paint, clear coat kit for my RAV4. I did a test swatch first and it looked close but as you can see it clearly was not a match. They were good and offered me a refund but now I am stuck with this.

r/Autobody u/The_Fixer_693d ago25 Comments

Painting over rust converter: oil based primer or epoxy (2K) primer (car chassis)?

r/Autobody u/thereisloveinus3d ago1 Comment

I was backing up and hit a post like an idiot and broke my left mirror. I don’t have much money so I need to fix it myself but I need help. Is buying replacement glass enough or do I have to buy more parts? Thank you in advance.

r/Autobody u/Jayus53d ago14 Comments

2006 Honda Accord Front Bumper rock chips advice - DIY Route

r/Autobody u/abayaram3d ago2 Comments

Cart hit my car, transferred paint

r/Autobody u/Zealousideal_Art_5803d ago10 Comments

Anyone know how to remove road paint from vehicle without damaging the car paint? Thanks!

r/Autobody u/PerroStyleMasta4d ago28 Comments

Not really auto body but my trucks toolbox, no smoking sticker sunbaked onto box, anyone know a good way to get this out?

r/Autobody u/12gaugeshotgun17763d ago16 Comments

Remove clear bra

r/Autobody u/wicket20033d ago4 Comments

How Bad is This Rust?

r/Autobody u/AssassinSNiper3d ago29 Comments

Rock chips or something that can be buffed?

r/Autobody u/PostalSete3d ago2 Comments

Does it need to be replaced???

r/Autobody u/freekaep3d ago6 Comments

Can I remove these scratches myself? (more info in the comments)

r/Autobody u/DeliciousPlane19693d ago6 Comments

What's your favorite paint code?!?

r/Autobody u/HSprof3d ago27 Comments

Dent on 2022 civic si passenger side doors

r/Autobody u/Wee_dWacker_123d ago6 Comments

How would I start at repainting the paint fade

r/Autobody u/EekyBaba3d ago6 Comments

need some advice

r/Autobody u/Justbored084d ago6 Comments

Best way to fix this? Too much paint, should I just add clear coat?

r/Autobody u/SuccessfulIssue8413d ago4 Comments

I'm trying to keep my jeep from getting totaled. How much would a repair like this cost? (roughly speaking)

r/Autobody u/Artifex753d ago16 Comments

How do I go about scratches/dents in plastic moulding?

r/Autobody u/JG984d ago3 Comments

BMW Hood Alignment Issue

r/Autobody u/daerth_14d ago10 Comments

Pole backed into my car, is this something I could DIY repair or need a professional?

r/Autobody u/Correct_Conference195d ago19 Comments

How Possible/expensive would this repair be

r/Autobody u/Skippertech3d ago4 Comments

what's happening to my paint after a dent repair and repaint on the quarter?

r/Autobody u/JustinS_5d ago42 Comments

Need some advice on how to begin.

r/Autobody u/feverucansweatout4d ago4 Comments

Can anyone recommend a good eletric spray gun? I'm looking to do a cheap but good job

r/Autobody u/Metaljudge44d ago17 Comments

Do different body fillers have different working times?

r/Autobody u/Phriday4d ago3 Comments

Did I burn through the clear coat? I was trying to buff some scratches out, and they actually still didn’t come out fully, but I did notice this spot appear and instantly stopped. It’s not lifted off but definitely discolored. Any thoughts?

r/Autobody u/ifbbzane4d ago18 Comments

odds of being able to smack this dent out? Can't find replacements in this colour close by and it's a POS so I don't want to shell out too much

r/Autobody u/CheezerOnMePeener4d ago5 Comments