Best Way to Fix Hail Damage on Car Step 3: Selecting the Right Tools

PDR technicians use a wide array of specialized tools, including:

Stainless steel rods and picks
Whale tails
Dent lifters
Knockdowns and hammers
Heat guns (to prevent paint cracking on colder panels)

✅ Goal: Choose the right tool length, shape, and tip to gently massage the dent from behind the panel.