Tools Flashcards
7 cards from real Paintless Dent Repair practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What is the primary purpose of a PDR slide hammer with glue tabs?
Answer: To pull dents outward when there is no rear access
Glue pulling with a slide hammer or tab puller lifts dents from the outside when the panel's backside is inaccessible.
Which tool is used to gently tap down small high spots left after pushing a dent?
Answer: Blending hammer (knockdown) with a tap-down tip
A blending hammer or knockdown is tapped over a tip to lower high spots flush with the surrounding metal.
A PDR reflection board (line board) is mainly used to do what?
Answer: Read the dent's depth and shape through light reflection
Line boards cast lines across the panel so the technician can see distortions and track the rod tip.
Why are interchangeable rod tips important in a PDR rod set?
Answer: Different tip shapes match different dent contours and access points
Swappable tips let one rod address varied dent shapes and panel curvatures.
What does a PDR tap-down pen typically have on its tip?
Answer: A hardened nylon or plastic point to avoid marring paint
Nylon or plastic tips knock down high spots without chipping or scratching the finish.
Which tool helps a technician access a dent inside a door panel?
Answer: A long thin door rod or whale tail
Slim door tools and whale tails slip between the window seal and inner skin to reach the dent.
What is the function of a wedge or air bladder in PDR work?
Answer: To create a small gap for inserting tools without damaging panels
Wedges and air bladders gently pry an opening so rods can be inserted safely.