We took this dented fender (attached to an early '70s Nova) to Granger's Classic Auto Body in Reseda, California, to learn what it takes to perform basic bodywork. So you want to get rid of those ...

When it comes to basic bodyworking, most home builders have a pretty decent understanding of the ins and outs of blocking out a panel. Reveal the high and low spots, skim a bit of filler over the area ...