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Dented Muffler Fix?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by XJ4Keeps, May 26, 2020.

  1. XJ4Keeps

    XJ4Keeps Member

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    So I got this little ding in my muffler - still don't know how it got there.

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    I don't know if the image will come up here, but it's a pretty small dent - just big enough to annoy the crap out of me. I was considering trying a glue pull, but I don't know if that would work with the chrome finish. Also, I've never tried to glue-pull a dent before, and I don't want to butcher it and make it worse. Anyone got any ideas?

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  2. XJ4Keeps

    XJ4Keeps Member

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    Sorry about the lack of visual evidence. Do I have to sign up with Smugmug or Photobucket to post pics here? I haven't been here in several years.
     
  3. XJ550H

    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    a photo hosting site is good but you can upload files(photos) click upload file.

    you have been gone a long time I thought this was an old post.

    you may have to pose 3 to 5 times before it allows you to post photos. test zone to burn some posts.


    there is a pen like replating kit to fix the chrome if you damage it
     
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    tabaka45 Well-Known Member

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    Can not see the ding, but if it has a crease in it the dent puller will not get it all out.
     
  5. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Especially difficult on a muffler
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Can you see it while you're riding?
    No?
    Ignore it.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Somebody else might see it....
     
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    Like they say about old trucks--like my 1990 Toyota pickup with 215,000 miles--dings just add character.
     
  9. XJ4Keeps

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    I've tried, but it's there, and everything else looks so good. Guess I'll have to get used to it, though. Seems risky to mess with it.
     

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