
← PDR Universe14 Aug · 1 h 00 min
Learn PDR Faster: Why Glue Pulling Should Come First
<p>Should beginners learn PDR by pushing first — or should they start with glue pulling?</p><p>In this episode of PDR Universe, Žan Vidic and Zeeshan are joined by veteran PDR technician, trainer and All Access Podcast host Gene Fetty for a deep conversation about learning Paintless Dent Repair and becoming a better dent technician.</p><p>Gene explains why he believes glue pulling may actually be the best way for beginners to start learning PDR. Instead of immediately adding the difficulty of controlling a tool underneath the panel, students can first learn how to read the reflection, identify lows and highs, understand metal movement and develop accurate knockdown skills.</p><p>We get into:</p><p>• Why Gene teaches glue pulling before pushing<br>• Why DIY Amazon dent pulling kits aren't as simple as they look<br>• Glue pulling vs. traditional PDR pushing<br>• "Look, Place, Tap, Check" knockdown technique<br>• Knock-ups and how striking metal differs from pushing<br>• Mini lifter vs. slide hammer for beginners<br>• When students should start learning to push<br>• "Strongest to weakest, deepest to shallowest" repair theory<br>• Gene's difficult Ford Explorer dent repair<br>• Cold glue for hail damage and roof rails<br>• Choosing the right dents for cold glue<br>• Cold glue vs. hot glue<br>• Whether cold glue can replace an induction hot box<br>• The responsibility professional technicians have to the PDR industry</p><p>Whether you're just learning Paintless Dent Repair or you're an experienced technician looking to improve your glue pulling, cold glue, knockdown and metal-finishing skills, there's a lot to take away from this conversation.</p><p>🎓 PDR Training:<br><a href="https://bestpdrtraining.com">https://bestpdrtraining.com</a></p><p>🎙️ PDR Universe with Žan Vidic & Zeeshan</p><p>New episodes covering Paintless Dent Repair, hail damage, PDR tools, techniques, training, pricing, business and the PDR industry.</p><p></p>