How to Repair a Scuffed or Damaged Car Bumper for less than $100

[@barry5724]

First off, always use a block when sanding otherwise the sandpaper will cut more material under your fingertips. Prep sol is essential before painting. It promotes adhesion by removing oil and grease. When you use tack rags, work in one direction. If you work back and forth like he did, the captured dirt will be left behind on the panel. Rotate the tack cloth so the inner surfaces are used too. When you squeeze the trigger on the paint can, don’t start painting in the middle of the panel. Always start off the edge and finish off the other edge. Mask those areas you don’t wish to paint. If you use newspaper, be wary of the small holes found in newspaper. I use butcher block brown paper. If you paint the first coat in a horizontal direction, paint the next coat using vertical strokes. On a metallic job, the final coat is known as a fog coat and is not directional. Wear a painter’s mask. Cancer is not fun. Don’t paint outside. Orange peel is caused by too much material applied too quickly. The first coat of rubbing compound is coarse. You can also use 1500 grit wet sand.The second and third application of rubbing compound uses a less abrasive compound.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you for all the great tips. I will pin this to the top because I think it highlights a lot of things I could have done better.

[@tamtrinh5393]

OK o

[@griffon3275]

You dont use a block on rounded surface you use a pad

[@davidsparling3505]

Griffon 327 Yep, 3M makes one or at very least wrap sandpaper around a firm sponge.

[@virginiakilduff5514]

I loved this and I am going to do this to my new used car. Could you possibly list all the supplies which I need to Buy? Thanks in advance.

[@julioalvarez1616]

As a BodyShop owner you did an amazing job with this. Although this job would cost 200 and in one day of work itd be complete. Thats not the point, its about learning a new skill set, and for that i applaud you.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. I wished I could have found someone locally to do it for $200. It would have been worth that.

[@bruceburns1672]

In Australia that would be a $700 job without doubt .

[@gjmob]

Definitely $700 in Aus, but the best part is the pride in doing it yourself. Every time that you look at the vehicle you remember doing it. The only problem is that the clear coat will probably fail long before the factory job. These jobs are good to do just before you trade in the vehicle.

[@cindygomez5414]

Julio Alvarez actually I had shot and run in my Optima just like his wife. Same left side number, they want to charge me $1,000, I’m glad he did this video, I told him I was following his steps to do mine as well.

[@nikkimcdonald4562]

@@cindygomez5414 same here body shop wanted to charge me 1,100.$ The damage was no more then the white paint scuffed and scrapped reveling black underneath.

[@roybarnes-thewildlifeman1855]

Fantastic result and video. Love how honest and open you are. Good to learn something useful from such a decent bloke. Many thanks!

[@ClintHolland]

Awesome. Thanks for the nice words.

[@stephvannl143]

I backed into a guardrail with my 16 Honda Accord Sport and have similar damage. Body shops want 1000.00 to replace the bumper. There is no visible under bumper damage, clips intact, no bumper shift no gaps...just an ugly scrape. My foot was on the brake as I was backing in. So glad I found this video. You did an amazing job and I love to paint, I know I can do this on my own. Thanks for posting the video. You did a great job and saved me alot of cash!! Kudos on your craftsmanship for having never done this before!AWESOME

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. I am actually in the process of making a new video taking into account all the great suggestions people have mentioned in the comments. Good luck on yours. I am sure it will turn out great.

[@1rmarks9]

It takes a brave soul to step out of his/her comfort zone a try something like this. Hats of to U Man!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. You are not wrong, this was one of the more nervous repairs I have ever done.

[@stuartschindler9435]

Richard Marks right? and then to film and post it. Awesome work, plus the honesty makes an intimidating task a little more approachable.

[@gaucholaw1]

Thanks! I’ve got a small cut in my bumper. You just gave me the confidence to try it myself.

[@keoneric9149]

Hats off

[@simonpike779]

I do this for a living and for a first attempt i have to say, great job! We can nit pick all day long but the bottom line is if you are happy with the result then its a good job!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you Simon. I appreciate the kind words.

[@Loujr2250]

Simon pike how do your price your work??

[@tanisha.r.thomas]

That was so nice of you!! - Humanity

[@markdschedler]

You’re a natural at telling your story logically and in consideration of your viewer. You’re also naturally likable, which comes across the screen. Great job on the car and the video.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words.

[@KenjiYama68]

Clint, No need to apologize for anything. If people send hate mail your way they are the ones who need to apologize. You did a great job first time out and if I ever think to be brave and do something like you did I will watch your video again. Thanks

[@johnphillips2721]

Bravo! Sam.. you're right on. Clint - Thanks! I started using a rolling walker & wheelchair in the last two yrs. My car has a lot of scratches, especially in door opening. Body shops charge a lot to "chase down" those scratches. Now I feel much better I can protect my car from rust again. I can do this myself. Thanks again Clint!!!

[@luci-fer250]

YES YES YES YES!!!!!!!!! right-on brother.

[@PREDATOR0140]

Haters will hate no matter what! You did a great job!Maybe it`s not perfect but practice makes it better.So..talk to your wife to tackle some more concrete.Maybe you can make some extra cash from this skill once you master it.Hats off sir!

[@J155P]

You have inspired me. I'm going to go back my car into a concrete wall to try this out!! Great job!

[@WorldOfARandomVegan]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ClintHolland]

That sounds like an amazing idea.

[@web_dev-rl2ve]

Or back into a bolder like I did 😏 ...of COURSE it was premeditated

[@AM-bw7hv]

lol

[@Tactical_Response_Team]

💀😂

[@iscottjones]

Well done! You've given me some confidence for when I start fixing my car tomorrow

[@ClintHolland]

Fantastic. That's why I make these videos.

[@larrymodzelewski469]

Great job. I finished drywall for 50 years and there's people you can never please . Using spot lights etc to check out my work. Thank goddess I only had few people like that. I give u a lot of credit taking on this repair.

[@ClintHolland]

Agreed. Funny you should mention that. My father did drywall and I still remember this one lady who took us in her bathroom, turned the lights out and used a flashlight to show imperfections in the drywall that weren't visible in the light. Crazy people.

[@frauleinmona]

You did a beautiful job! You can't even tell that you did a repair on that part of the car! Awesome work my friend!😊👼👍🚗🌺✌🍀

[@donaldcunningham7683]

After watching hours of videos on KZbin, I also repaired the lower side of my Mustang. I am now to the polishing stage, and it's coming out very nicely . I, also had no experience in body work or painting. You have validated that overcoming your fear of screwing up is the biggest obstacle . Nice job !

[@MrVato53]

From one clueless guy to another . Great job..

[@xIRATUMx]

The attention to detail in your prep work has paid off !! What an amazing result. For a first timer that's brilliant. Well done.

[@trollsymctroll5361]

Nice job. I did the rusted out wheel wells on an ‘08 Ram. I was intimidated but followed instructions. It wasn’t pro material, but from 30 yards looked perfect.

[@ClintHolland]

Exactly. I wasn't looking for perfection and I liked learning new skills.

[@captainawesome9737]

As an industry professional with 5 years experience in watching "how to KZbin videos", with 26300+ hours of watch-time under my belt. Apart from the overspray, great job bud. You deserve one of them cookies that will make cookie monster dribble.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you so much for the kind comments. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. I will tell me wife to buy me a big cookie.

[@lizzy9495]

I am also doing this for my first time and have watched a gazillion videos and this is the best one, for the simple reason that it made all of them combined, make way more sense and I'm not freaking out anymore. Thanks a lot for this, it was great.

[@ClintHolland]

Awesome. I love hearing that and thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@joepoe8861]

Don’t listen to all the negative stuff. You did a great job. I just did my whole rear bumper and my mistake was I didn’t use a spray gun. I think cans are great for spots like your bumper. I learned from your video about sanding so thank you and I hope it will help me when I re do my bumper.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks Joe. I thought using a spray gun made things easier. Is that not the case?

[@joepoe8861]

I wish but when it’s that large of an area I saw a lot of spray lines. I think with a spray gun it’s the coverage that will make a difference. I heard some companies will ask if you want a wider spray when you order your color thru a can. I just got the exact color with duplicolor. Hey, you have given me an idea. I should video tape it and see if there is a difference. I rather see mistakes and how to correct it then a perfect job. Thanks brother once again.

[@shannongagnon4552]

I have a bumper that looks eerily similar to how your wife’s looked! And I do almost ALL my own work around my home myself with KZbin videos like yours teaching me, saving me money and giving me the satisfaction that I’m capable of being my own solution in almost any situation. I commend you for taking on this super daunting challenge-not easy as I bet it’s easy to compound the problem with mistakes!!! So now, 3 years later, I’m curious how the bumper looks? Does she still have the car?

[@paulafinney7664]

Clint I think for you first time that is awesome! I have a 2000 Toyota 4 runner and the front bumper looks terrible. It is chipped up. You just got me excited that I may be able to try it myself. I sending you a picture to see if that process would fix something like this.

[@ClintHolland]

Sounds good. Happy to help.

[@amthevision8931]

Just a quick note, the adhesion promoter YES is for plastics and plastic bumpers, it’s not needed on painted sections just the RAW plastic materials and other bondo/filler. Great job!

[@jewellguitars]

Many thanks on that very essential tip! I only needed to paint one panel! Probably why the adhesion promoter just hit it and ran down like water! Luckily, I had a clean rag handy and wiped it over the area without leaving any runs!

[@chopchop7938]

Dude, amazing. Your a humble fella and you took on something that your not comfortable with and then you put it up to help others. Thanks and good luck with your future fixes. Cheers!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you.

[@70sfred1]

The key to any good paint job is prep, prep, prep, which you did beautifully!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. Definitely need to do a little better with taping other sections off but I am happy.

[@jhboultonIII]

I am a retired Auto Body and paint specialist and I have to say that I am impressed. Doing all that using only hand sanding must have been excruciating! You also pulled off the painting aspects of it, using spray cans! Back in my day, they had spray cans, but no one seriously used them to effect a base/clear spot repair! I am assuming they have come a long way with the formulation of paints to pull that off. We mixed all our colors peruse, and They have been base/coat, clear/coat for years. We always added a catalyst to dry and cure the final clear coats. When I started painting in the early 1950's we had alcaid Enamels and Nitrocellouse Lacquers. The lacquers went on kind of like what you did in your video and dried fast, and finally polished out to blend with the old paint. I'm saying that spot repairs could take place in the middle of a painted area, you didn't have to paint a whole panel then. You did have to have basic knowledge of matching colors, but that is a whole nother topic. GREAT JOB!

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks James. I guess they have come a long way with spray cans. I did end up buying a 2 part clear coat for next time as I have been told they are much better than the standard cans but I haven't had a need for it yet. And hope not to.

[@TheObSeRvErTheObSeRv]

From a PROFESSIONAL AUTO REPAIR MAN, You have done very well Remember PREPARATION is 90 percent of the EFFORT, And 10 percent PAINTING.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. Kind of like life I guess.

[@drippingwax]

So, prepare yourself, and take to Maaco? :D

[@TheObSeRvErTheObSeRv]

@@drippingwax I presume that Maaco is a paint company or a auto repair shop. We do not have Maaco here in AUSTRALIA.:-( You would save heaps of money if you can spray it your self, because auto spray jobs from a auto repair shop are ... SUPER EXPENSIVE.

[@noehmedina4705]

@@TheObSeRvErTheObSeRv be glad you guys don't have Maco $200 dollar paint job. I've seen about 20 vehicles that they had done 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 you did a better job painting than they have.

[@franciscoamaya2945]

Thank you for sharing such a great job I just did same thin with my wife van and she is not happy but seeing your video now I'm feel confident to do it my self You did a great job

[@ClintHolland]

You absolutely should. If I can do this, anyone can. Painting is my archnemesis.

[@cooperdog9956]

You did an outstanding job! So much of any paint job is preparation. And it seems the only way we learn is by doing the work ourselves. It looks beautiful!! Thank you for the video.

[@Error-xd7cb]

I appreciate you for trying at least and posting a helpful video, it’s pretty damn good for someone who’s clueless

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks.

[@amosmaphumulo8556]

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[@nigelduckworth4419]

Rather late in the day now but I repaired and repainted my front bumper which had scratches from parking nerfs when in supermarket car parks and it looks acceptable but I winged it. Now it's the rear bumper which has very deep scratches from where I reversed the car into a stone wall. Ok the sun was in my eyes but no excuse. I have made an 18 point list of everything you have done which includes all the various purchases and I shall follow it to the letter. Having sanded to damaged area now, all I found was that 180 grit didn't do the job and I had to go up to 120 and then finish with 180. But it's a Subaru and the bumper seems to be made of cast iron rather than plastic. That's as far as I've got until the stuff I ordered arrives, but I am now super confident thanks to you of getting an almost perfect finish as you have - unlike with my front bumper repair!

[@ClintHolland]

That is fantastic to hear. Let us know how it turns out.

[@MrJanlewis]

My friend, you did a fantastic job for your first attempt, gave me encouragement to do my own.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. I am sure you will do great as well.

[@genesultry6447]

Other than the under masking and lack of safety gear…you did an amazing job. Well done, Sir! That was likely 300-500 at most shops. Kudos!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you and you are dead on. My quote was almost $500.

[@BrucePhung]

What a nice job you did. I am impressed. A few yrs ago I went to a body shop and ask them for quote for repair on my front bumper with a few scratches marks. They wants $1500 for the repair because it's required to replace the whole bumper. I told them no thank you. What a rip off. I would be more then happy to pay $250-300 for touch up job. So I said hell with it. I drive with a few scratches on the bumper.

[@ClintHolland]

Yep. My wife's car had to go get painted recently from when someone hit her. I asked if I could pay them while they had to paint out to also paint the hood and they wanted $1200 to paint the hood even though they were already painting the bumper and quarter panel. It's a good business apparently.

[@scottleppard9839]

Well done, sir. I agree with Julio, you did an amazing job!

[@Dmal2301]

If that's clueless, then I wish I was that clueless about alot of stuff. Great job!

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

IKR. 🎯🤣

[@rp6279]

Great job mate .. love your honesty and openness in your methodology ... thankyou ...

[@rtp3962]

I applaud your effort. It looked great from my perspective. You made me and others aware of products that I didn't know existed. I hope nobody looks at professional body shops and feels they screw people over. That's not the case for the vast majority of body shops. They have overhead, licensing etc and good craftsman aren't cheap. They have to charge what they have to charge to stay open.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks for the kind comments. I understand business and I know they would have done a better job, no questions asked. But I also believe in not paying for things I am capable of doing myself.

[@timbob987]

Well done! If you didn't know the bumper was just painted, nobody would ever know you did that. I do my own painting to on small repairs of my cars also. If I can save a few hundred it just makes sense. Why spend 500 bucks for a paint job and a few months later somebody damages the bumper again. BTW, Automotive Touch Up is my go to for paint as well. Once again, great job.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you and exactly. I wasn't expecting perfection but the result was better than even I thought it would be.

[@CapWalks1]

I've got a similar project and you have inspired me to tackle the job myself.

[@ClintHolland]

Awesome. I am sure you will do even better than I did. Good luck.

[@aymenem5304]

CapWalks1 how was it

[@scorpiofor]

@@aymenem5304 if he owns a motorcycle he probably didn't get to it yet lol.....or maybe that's just my issue

[@Pineda_business]

Same. Recently bought a 2004 Acura TL and it has been my little project during quarantine. Both front and rear bumpers look just like this, the previous owner didn't give her any love. I was really close to just send it to the body shop but you just inspired me to tackle this myself too. Great job and for a first time it looks really good, surely a second compound, polish and wax will make it look even better

[@MrVeeBlog]

Just checked this again. You did your thing man. Fantastic job and it is exactly how I think about doing this kind of work. I will watch a video, like this one, and go to work. The results you had are more than acceptable. Looks professional on camera, that's for sure. Thanks for posting this up. It will come in handy should the need arise.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. It has lasted almost 3 years so far so I must have done something right. I fully expected it to flake off about a month later.

[@nickevans3190]

I'm about to do the same thing for the 1st time in my life and you have given me the confidence to do it however all the videos I have seen say to use 2K clear coat for a better gloss

[@ClintHolland]

I would agree with that. If I had to do this again, I would use the 2 part 2k clear coat as well. Much harder coating.

[@astroporpoise7802]

This was a perfect youtube video...instructive, easy to follow, and only as long as it needed to be. Great work, man. Subscribed.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. Love hearing that.

[@عبدالرحمنالخليفة-ذ3ل]

I agree 👍🇧🇭

[@mansing5978]

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[@martincruiz7976]

For a first timer body man you did a great job! As you said, unless you point it out, can't hardly be noticed. Be proud.

[@billyfisher412]

This looks incredible! Looking forward to trying this, thank you!!!

[@ClintHolland]

I am sure you will do great. Come back and let us know how it turns out.

[@vmcc9070]

Sir, that job looks awesome! Inspire me to do it on my own car. GREAT PROFESSIONAL work. Thank you for sharing.

[@railman6868]

what a great result. you have inspired me to attempt my own car bumper repair. brilliant steps instructions well done mate

[@ClintHolland]

Cool. That's why I make these videos. If I can do it, you can too.

[@jackflash5659]

Terrific job Clint. Nice of your son with the purple scooter to give Dad a hand.

[@ClintHolland]

Agreed. He's in college now so I miss having free labor.

[@Outsideville]

"I didn't tape off more and, like I said, I didn't know what I was doing." Can't argue with candor. Dude, it looks good. For some reason, I enjoy this type of work.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks man. No sense in lying. I make mistakes every day.

[@TheOneTheOnlyPhilip]

As you mentioned masking the whole car is a must. Overspray will fall everywhere not just the adjacent panels. Other than that you should have scuffed the whole area where any materials will be touching. That being said A+ for taking this on by yourself.

[@newoaknl]

You did good. That last thing from 25 dollars did it, the finishing touch. Feels good when it worked.

[@ClintHolland]

It really does. Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

[@donaldjohnson3317]

Thanks for stepping out of your comfort zone. I commend you on your courage to test your wife's patience and the superb job you did. Your willingness to take on this repair inspires me to attempt a similar repair on my F-150. Well done.

[@ClintHolland]

Awesome. That's why I make these videos. I like showing people that anyone can do some of this stuff and you don't always have to pay someone to do it for you.

[@larryw4175]

Great job man for a first-timer. I did my first one few years ago and it's really surprising how well they turn out especially after the cut and buff.

[@ClintHolland]

I was certainly impressed. I didn't enjoy it but it turned out better than I thought.

[@ripleypipe]

Clint, like me you are a self effacing man who recognises his percieved shortcomings - congratulations on producing such an engaging and informative tutorial.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. I appreciate the kind and very accurate comments.

[@FranciscoGonzalez-dp5dw]

You did a terrific job!!! Looks professional.

[@robbyzieroff9775]

For someone who's never done it. That's a good little pack up job. Nice job man.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you sir.

[@olliechristopher467]

Good job on that repair Clint. And as you say your wife is happy. It makes you the winner Sir.

[@ClintHolland]

That is quite frequently all that matters.

[@9.NayDaGreat]

Damned good job. Better than most professional paint shops *and cheaper* ! ✔

[@ML-vc8zs]

Well done! I've done a few minor repairs but I have a bigger one that I want to tackle. Thanks for the video!

[@AdrienBastarache-w2t]

I am a auto body repair man ,you did a good job sir,I know you did not use a sanding block but it looks good.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. I appreciate the positive feedback.

[@utubewillyman]

Looks fantastic.You were so good about following the instructions and taking all the necessary steps. Impatience would have done me in.

[@verity9000]

Congratulations! I love your non-egotistical approach and YAY for DIY. Does it have to be perfect? No! Looks great.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks David. My entire life is about not being perfect. No sense in changing now right?

[@I-sed-no]

Excellent video, great work. You inspired me to fix my two cars. Both have similar damage. Thank you

[@chelseavancas3375]

Fantastic job for your first attempt! I really liked your commentary. I have a similar situation. We scraped the side of my painted wood fence, pulling into a tight driveway, that left paint on the truck and removed a little bit of auto paint on the front bumper. I will have to get it fixed professionally because the paint on my truck is a very specific color that is hard to match. On the same week, someone rear ended my bumper. So I am hoping, if I go through insurance, we can fix it all. Anyway, just wanted to comment that I enjoyed this video and your process.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. Love hearing comments like that since that's why I make these videos.

[@iam2nd2011]

Nicely done. This gives encouragement to a lot of us who's reluctant in trying to tackle a job like this.

[@ClintHolland]

That's exactly what I like to hear. I was a bit intimidated by this repair myself but figured I couldn't really make it look much worse than it did. And if I could record my trials and tribulations and share them with others to save them time, then win-win for everyone. Thanks for watching.

[@robhendrickson8798]

I never comment on KZbin videos, but I must tip my hat to you for a) trying this, b) doing a fine job, and most of all, c) taking the time to share it here. Well done.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks Rob. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and for the nice words. Thanks for watching and have a great weekend.

[@icarus7073]

WOW man!! Good work .... and you even state the mistakes you make along the way learning as you go so no one watching makes them.... a valuable lesson ... a great tutorial thanks for sharing 👍

[@ducaking]

M.Holland..your disclaimer is so worth it!!! Rubbing alcohol is cheaper than the "prep liquid." and totally does the same job

[@ClintHolland]

It was my hair wasnt it?

[@johnalanlee3527]

tnx for an honest presentation, it will be a big help for all who are first timers and are afraid to try. -LIKE ME! Congrats!!!

[@ClintHolland]

You are welcome. I love making these videos and glad it's helping people. Thanks for commenting and taking the time to watch.

[@mykneexo]

Thank You For This! Especially From Someone Whos Definitely Clueless And Was Going To Resort To An Auto Shop. Definitely Saving Me Couple Hundred Bucks.

[@ClintHolland]

Great to hear. That is why I make these videos. If I can do this, anyone can.

[@craigjames848]

Fantastic effort for a first try. People leaving poor critique are probably pros. This is a well proven technique and my friend who has 40yrs as a car body specialist would have similar stages. Well done, best wishes, Craig, UK.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you Craig. Appreciate the kind words. Have a great weekend.

[@chica-jinx5811]

Awesome job. Kudos to you... I can't tell of the imperfections. I have a white Hyundai Sonata that came with bumper scratches. I may try this myself. I can't afford to pay anyone. I thought about getting it painted (can't afford that either) this is the next best thing. I like it.😊

[@groundskeeper5292]

Looks great! I've done lots of bondo work over the years. Glad to see they have a product for plastic bumpers. You did a fine job on the van and the video too!

[@rpwbass]

IMO, this is the kind of video that KZbin was made for. I love the positive comments, especially from the professionals. Nice work!

[@ClintHolland]

I love it and couldn't agree more. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@rpwbass]

@@ClintHolland thank you , sir!

[@tg7469]

Enjoyed the illustration....kudos for taking on the repair job. Built my confidence to tackle a very similar bumper situation. Thanks for sharing!!

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks. Appreciate you watching and hope it helped.

[@sandeeppatel2627]

for a 20 year old car, this video helps me as I am not looking for a professional DIY job, just a proficient one to mstch the rest of the car..thx

[@SteveCloughSr]

Nice work, you gave this amateur some courage to do the same on my wife's 2008 Corolla!

[@ClintHolland]

Love hearing that. That's why I make these videos. Thanks for watching and come back and let me know how it turns out.

[@studio-flash]

I like your honesty. I've got 2 small Nick's in my bumper and have been thinking of doing this but dont want to spoil it, this has given me confidence. You did a great job, although I thought you should have masked off the boot (trunk) area, yes I'm British..has. Great overall job and I hope your wife appreciates the good work you've done. Regards from England.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@joelb2297]

You did an amazing job with this! I've done a bit of autobody work in my late teens/early 20s so a lot of this made sense and I anticipate most of the steps you took but learned a few that contribute to a finer result. Excellent video, informing, engaging, and well-documented.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you Joel. I appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching.

[@randomenergy8431]

Brilliant job Buddy. Very satisfying watching this restoration.

[@joecortez623]

I applaud you for your disclaimer. I am exactly the same way (I don't post any videos though...) so, keep that attitude, negative domments WILL come your way. The best thing to do is not to take any of them personal...read and learn, and thanks for this video...I can relate to your perspective well enough to do this repair successfully and feel good about it...

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you for the support and you are absolutely correct. People going to be people and you can't stop that.

[@Theoriginalbigbrillo]

Well done Clint , you should be proud of your effort And the fact that you have probably stimulated thousands of other have a go car / automobile bodywork and paint do it yourselfers around the Globe budd;)

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you.

[@williampopov7525]

Give yourself a BIG pat on the back !! Great Job... You might not realizes it , but you have given us ( never did it guy's ) the balls to try doing it to our car's !!! Feel good about helping us all . Thanks !!!

[@ClintHolland]

You have just highlighted exactly why I make these videos.

[@stuart_oneill]

Absolutely correct! I was going to have to do it anyway. Now I have a source, even if they're not.in the US, where I can get some education and lead. The kind of products and process to use!! Double thanks for taking all this trouble. And thanks to the pro who reminds.us that 90% of the process is prep. I keep teaching horseriders that are impatient that 75%+ of their time with their horse they are on the ground and maybe 25% of the time in the saddle.

[@manxx25]

I sincerely appreciate your disclaimer and am glad that you chose to share the results of your research.

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks for your comment and for watching.

[@kimberlyanderson5773]

Love your honesty! & dude, you totally rocked it! It looks fantastic!!

[@JuanCheesy]

You just saved a bunch of money on auto body work by doing it yourself !! Great Video!!

[@ClintHolland]

Exactly why I make these videos.

[@toddmartin9966]

You rock, brother! Praise God! Thank you for taking the time to share this with us.

[@ClintHolland]

Absolutely. Thanks for the kind words and for watching.

[@MrAllan9]

"Paint me, warts and all". Enjoyed, 30 yrs a body man, love these vids.

[@Colin623]

For a first time repair I think you done well, I'm not sure if I would of been so brave as you and put your attempt on KZbin, so good for you, we all make mistakes first time round, even professionals have to start somewhere.

[@ClintHolland]

Exactly and thanks. No way to learn new things if you don't try them.

[@craigwalton8913]

That's a pretty good result for your first attempt. Well done!!!

[@inkyguy]

👍🏽 BTW, the "prep solvent" is likely ethyl alcohol or paint thinner/nail polish cleaner. You needn't wash with soap and water between each step. Wiping down with a soft cotton cloth with either of those two solvents to make sure their is no grit left before proceeding to the next step works superbly. (This is true - and recommended - for wood finishing too.)

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks. Good to know for next time even though I hope there isn't a next time.

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

Great job. For any critics: He is not preparing for the "Amelia Island Concours D'Elegance". It is a family car or wife's "grocery getter". The majority of people would not attempt to tackle this. He already stated how much he hated any type of painting. Again, nice job!

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you and you are exactly correct. This wasn't my wife's Ferrari.

[@diverbob8]

Orange peel means the paint was drying on contact rather than flowing a bit before drying. It is a function of the temperature, the speed of evaporation of the solvents in the paint and the distance from which the paint is sprayed. Spraying in the sun on a hot surface promotes fast drying that also prevents the flow leveling of the paint on first contact.

[@baileywhanau]

So if I read correctly... spraying in the sun (or on hot surface) is bad? Assuming we are painting the panel outside, what would be the ideal weather conditions and temperature?

[@FredBTs]

Orange peel can be caused by not reducing/thinning the paint enough or applying too much paint.or air pressure too low. Spraying in the hot sun will cause a dry/gritty finish and poor adhesion..”

[@ryans413]

Robert Applegate That’s why always next too do it in the garage same with washing your car do it in the garage

[@davidbarry9690]

Can get orange peel if you spray to much in one area.

[@superprettyko]

You did a great job. I like where you got satfaction from doing it or the end product. I think doing something you never done b/4 is always scary, but you finished the project in style. One you did something you never done b/4, paint on a car, two, you found it will be easier the next time you do it, and three you learned from doing it. You learned what not to do, what to do more of, and what never to do. all a learning process. GREAT JOB, almost a father and son job?? He did hold the hose, right.

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you. You are correct. He helps out in the background on a lot of my projects but he isn't one to want to be in the lime light. Thanks for the kind comments and for watching.

[@rjnewby5426]

Lol ....good effort! I painted and compounded my entire car a few days ago and it looks like it just came from the dealer’s show room. You took a lot of unnecessary steps and you lost me when you pulled out that can of spray paint 😅. You’re a brave and resourceful man! Very good effort.

[@Chynadoll3128]

Holy smokes! You did an amazing job. Looks brand new, like it never even happened.🥇🥇🥇

[@ClintHolland]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@1BCamden]

well done buddy, looks great, very scary process to go DIY, glad it turned out

[@briardan9226]

Let the haters make their own videos and leave those trying to show the way they did it, alone. My saintly grandmother often said "There's a right way and a wrong way but no one way." She was talking about making biscuits but it still works. :)

[@ClintHolland]

I love it. That might be my new favorite quote. Can I reuse it if I give her credit? And btw, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@jorgecastro1894]

My friend, if your wife is happy with it, you made it! thank you and congratulations, very good video

[@ClintHolland]

Thanks and exactly.