Body straightening (Freelander 2)

Basic principles of panel straightening

Before replacing any sections or completely replacing body panels, always check carefully whether the damaged panel can be straightened by body straightening.

Straightening is usually the easiest and most cost-effective method of repairing a damaged panel.

Examples of application of various straightening technologies:

Aluminum hammer and mallet.

• Advantage: Low probability of excessive panel stretching.
• Used to repair small dents on panels that are accessible from both sides.
• These two panel straightening tools are typically used for "finishing" repair operations.

"Fine" straightening with an aluminum hammer and a universal underlay stamp

(Information obtained from the website: LRman.ru)



Hammer with a movable striker

If the damaged panel is only accessible from the outside, use a hammer with a sliding hammer to restore the panel to its shape. The disks or pins required to mount the hammer with a sliding hammer are welded to the exposed metal surface. Dents in the panel can be straightened out using the controlled action of the hammer with a sliding hammer.