Once satisfied with the rough shape of the repair, attach a 180 grit abrasive sheet to the sanding block and final shape the repair. After this step, the repair should be level and there should be no 80 grit scratches remaining. The body filler should also have a smooth featheredge all around the repair., If it looks as though a DIY repair may be possible, we suggest purchasing a dent-removal kit. These kits typically use a bridge-type tool (as shown above) with legs that will straddle the dent., Simply put, PDR is a method used to repair minor dents, dings, and creases in vehicles without affecting the original paint job. Unlike traditional methods that involve sanding, filling, and repainting the affected area of your vehicle, PDR works by gently massaging the dented metal back to its original shape., , , .