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    Huge Dent on Side

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by Royel, Oct 9, 2009.

  1. Royel

    Royel Newbie

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    I just found out I dented my laptop after putting it in a non padded backpack.

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    Is there any way I can get rid of it? I tried rubbing it very hard but didn't really help.

    Thanks in advance.
     
    Royel, Oct 9, 2009
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  2. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    You can't really undo it; the best you can do is sand it down so it's a bit smoother and less obvious. And that will probably wear through your paint, too.

    What notebook model is this? If you're willing to shell out a little and do some precise manual labor, you can probably buy a new lid and swap them.
     
    Mastershroom, Oct 9, 2009
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  3. aussiek2000

    aussiek2000 Notebook Consultant

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    Probably the dell xps studio 1340 in his sig.
     
    aussiek2000, Oct 9, 2009
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  4. Royel

    Royel Newbie

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    That is correct.

    Is there any professional that I can take this to or send this to in order to smooth it out a bit?

    If not, I can just use regular sandpaper?
     
    Royel, Oct 9, 2009
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  5. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    You could use sandpaper, but like other posters have mentioned it is entirely possible you'll sand your way through the paint.
     
    Greg, Oct 9, 2009
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