Every car owner's been there – a tiny dent or a frustrating scratch that's ruining your vehicle's appearance. In moments of desperation, we often turn to the internet for some quick do-it-yourself (DIY) solutions. While these “carhacks” may sound promising, do they really work or just some clever ruse people come up with in the name of content creation?
Follow us go through five popular DIY car body repair myths and let's bust some myths…if any!
Boiling water for dents?
Not just that, many vehicles today come loaded with sensors and wiring underneath their plastic bumpers. So, if you try this hack, you might be doing more harm than good. It's best to leave dent removal to the professionals.
Toothpaste to rid scratches
Toothpaste is a miracle worker for your teeth, but not so much for your car's paint job. While it does contain mild abrasives – abrasives are materials that can help in the removal of surface impurities or stains through a gentle rubbing or scrubbing action, they're simply not strong enough to remove paint scratches.
WD-40 as a scratch disguise
When it comes to scratches, WD-40 is not a long-term solution. It's more like makeup – it adds a temporary sheen that masks the scratch's severity. In simpler words, it can create a temporary shiny layer that hides the true severity of the scratch.
Coca-Cola vs. rust
Using Coca-Cola to remove rust might sound like a clever idea, but there's something important to know. While it can indeed work on rust, it's not something you'd want to pour on your car.
Dealing with rust requires a more thorough approach, like completely removing the affected area or using a special method to clean it before refinishing it properly.
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Nail polish for paint chips
Ladies….and guys for that matter, but using nail polish shade to cover up paint chips on your car? Not the best idea. Nail polish isn't designed for automotive touch-ups, and it won't fool anyone.
Sometimes, the color might not even match. Plus, it won't endure like proper touch-up paint. Just get a proper touch-up paint will ya!
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