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What are some tools of Autobody should I be familiar with?
I consider myself crafty, so for me to learn how to use a certain tool shouldn't be hard. I also love learning how to use tools so I can say I know a new skill. I could also use that skill to create many other things and bring different opportunities.
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Soumya’s Answer
Thanks for the question. Some of the most common auto-body tools are; air compressor, sanders, spray gun, auto-body and slide hammers, and dolly set, body filler materials. While you can find the description of tools online, I recommend looking at youtube videos. A few on the top of my search-list. For example, first go through every step walk through video and then you can dive to details:
Specific Step (Use of Body Fillers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsrACyy9jZ8
Every Step: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mApSa0l4euQ
In today's time, youtube videos are a good way to get exposed to but nothing would beat hands-on-training, assuming you have the time and money for it. Formal training is one of the best ways to go forward with as it would prepare you best for the dynamic roles.
Specific Step (Use of Body Fillers): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsrACyy9jZ8
Every Step: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mApSa0l4euQ
In today's time, youtube videos are a good way to get exposed to but nothing would beat hands-on-training, assuming you have the time and money for it. Formal training is one of the best ways to go forward with as it would prepare you best for the dynamic roles.
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Marc’s Answer
1st - Paintless Dent Repair Kit
There are tons of YouTube videos of using these tools to pull out all kinds of dents on vehicles. It's a good starting place to get a feel for the materials and behaviors of the materials in different areas of vehicles.
2nd - Body and Fender Tool Set
Moving metal is completely different from hammering and pulling body dents, this is more for restoration but is still a handy skill, you can find a local pull-a-part and ask if you can practice on some hoods or fenders.
3rd - Consider Formal Training
If you really enjoy it, might as well see if you can get some formal training and certification and make a career out of it. There is definitely need for autobody specialists and also leads to a great avenue to starting your own business.
There are tons of YouTube videos of using these tools to pull out all kinds of dents on vehicles. It's a good starting place to get a feel for the materials and behaviors of the materials in different areas of vehicles.
2nd - Body and Fender Tool Set
Moving metal is completely different from hammering and pulling body dents, this is more for restoration but is still a handy skill, you can find a local pull-a-part and ask if you can practice on some hoods or fenders.
3rd - Consider Formal Training
If you really enjoy it, might as well see if you can get some formal training and certification and make a career out of it. There is definitely need for autobody specialists and also leads to a great avenue to starting your own business.