Chevrolet Corvette 1963 Repair & Tune-Up Manual page 309

the metal a little at a time. Get the panel
as straight as possible before applying
filler.
4
Using an 80-grit grinding disc on an electric drill, grind the paint from the
surrounding area down to bare metal. Use a new grinding pad to prevent heat
I This dent is typical of one that can
be pulled out or hammered out from
behind. Remove the headlight cover,
headlight assembly and turn signal
5 The area should look like this when you're finished grinding. Knock the drill holes
in and tape over small openings to keep plastic filler out.
2 Drill a series of holes
the end of the dent puller along the
stress line. Make some trial pulls and
assess the results. If necessary, drill
more holes and try again. Do not hurry.
housing.
1
/a the size of
buildup that will warp metal.