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KECO Robo® Mini Lifter: Precision Dent Pulling with Greater Control
June 19 2026
KECO Robo® Mini Lifter: Precision Dent Pulling with Greater Control

KECO Robo® Mini Lifter: Precision Dent Pulling with Greater Control The KECO Robo® Mini Lifter is designed for controlled dent...

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KECO K-Tower: The Ultimate Vacuum Pull Tower for Glue Pull Repair
June 16 2026
KECO K-Tower: The Ultimate Vacuum Pull Tower for Glue Pull Repair

KECO K-Tower: Vacuum Pulling Power for Modern Glue Pull Repair The KECO K-Tower is a vacuum pull tower designed for...

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Protecting Modern Automotive Glass with the KECO Stainless Steel Window Guard
June 11 2026
Protecting Modern Automotive Glass with the KECO Stainless Steel Window Guard

KECO Stainless Steel Window Guard with Flocked Backing The KECO Stainless Steel Window Guard is designed to help Paintless Dent...

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KECO Boss Tips: Precision Blending for Cleaner Finishing
May 19 2026
KECO Boss Tips: Precision Blending for Cleaner Finishing

KECO Boss Tips KECO Boss Tips are professional PDR blending tips designed for Paintless Dent Repair, Glue Pull Repair, and...

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Which K-Power Should You Buy?
May 11 2026
Which K-Power Should You Buy?

Compare the KECO K-Power Full-Size, Midrange, Jr., and Mini lateral tension tools to find the best setup for your Glue...

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How to Use Cold Glue on Large Dents | PDR & Glue Pull Repair Strategy
February 24 2026
How to Use Cold Glue on Large Dents | PDR & Glue Pull Repair Strategy

How to Use Cold Glue on Large Dents in Glue Pull Repair Cold glue has become a valuable addition to...

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Unlocking Smash Damage: Why High Spots Lock Up Lows and How Clean Striking Frees the Metal
December 03 2025
Unlocking Smash Damage: Why High Spots Lock Up Lows and How Clean Striking Frees the Metal

Unlocking Smash Damage: Why High Spots Lock Up Lows and How Clean Striking Frees the Metal Smash repair using Glue...

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2025 SEMA Live Event | Our Biggest Release Yet
October 10 2025
2025 SEMA Live Event | Our Biggest Release Yet

Missed the Live? Watch KECO’s Latest Innovations in Dent & Collision Repair Last week, KECO Body Repair Products went live...

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Lateral Tension Tool Buyer’s Guide: KECO’s Advanced Tools for Precise Dent Repair
April 10 2025
Lateral Tension Tool Buyer’s Guide: KECO’s Advanced Tools for Precise Dent Repair

At KECO, we understand that dent repairs require a range of tools to cover all stages of the process—from roughing...

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G&C Auto Body: Leading the Way in Collision Repair with KECO’s Innovative Glue Pull Technology
October 21 2024
G&C Auto Body: Leading the Way in Collision Repair with KECO’s Innovative Glue Pull Technology

In the competitive world of collision repair, staying ahead means embracing the latest technologies and investing in continuous training. G&C...

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What Is Lateral Tension?
September 10 2024
What Is Lateral Tension?

When it comes to dent repair, efficiency is key. One technique that has been gaining popularity in the industry is...

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KECO Answers Common Questions
October 06 2023
KECO Answers Common Questions

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July 07 2023
2017 Chevy Trax- GPR Before & After

This repair was done by people brand new to GPR!!! By using KECO's K-Beam bridge lifter, flex collision glue, KECO super tabs,...

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Top 4 Reasons You Need a Keco GPR System
April 27 2021
Top 4 Reasons You Need a Keco GPR System

What's going on guys, Danny Hacker here with Keco Body Repair Products. I'm going to go over my top four...

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2017 Dacia Duster - GPR Before & After
July 15 2020
2017 Dacia Duster - GPR Before & After

A technician completed this 2017 Dacia Duster repair using a variety of Dead Center glue tabs. He used different sizes...

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Skoda Octavia - GPR Before & After
July 15 2020
Skoda Octavia - GPR Before & After

This repair on a Skoda Octavia was around 3-4 hours long. There were two different damaged areas, and the tech...

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Renault CAPTUR - GPR Before & After
July 15 2020
Renault CAPTUR - GPR Before & After

This 2.5-hour repair used a combination of Keco Curved Centipede glue tabs, a Keco K-Beam bridge lifter, and Camauto GPR...

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2019 Ford Fiesta - GPR Before & After
July 15 2020
2019 Ford Fiesta - GPR Before & After

This 2019 Ford Fiesta had substantial damage on the right rear quarter panel from a collision with a Range Rover....

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Dodge Ram Aluminum Hood - GPR Before & After
July 07 2020
Dodge Ram Aluminum Hood - GPR Before & After

These small, but deep dents were caused by falling ice. The tech applied Camauto collision glue to Keco Dead Center...

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2016 Dodge Challenger - GPR Before & After
July 07 2020
2016 Dodge Challenger - GPR Before & After

This crease dent on a 2016 Dodge Challenger was completed using the K-Beam Jr. bridge lifter and a Centipede Ice...

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Tesla Model 3 - GPR Before & After
July 07 2020
Tesla Model 3 - GPR Before & After

This Tesla Model 3 had a series of small door dings in the passenger quarter. The speedy repair was completed...

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2018 Dacia Duster - GPR Before & After
July 07 2020
2018 Dacia Duster - GPR Before & After

This crease dent repair was completed on a 2018 Dacia Duster in only 1.5 hours using only GPR. The tech...

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Which blending and knockdown tips are compatible with JVF hammers?
May 18 2020
Which blending and knockdown tips are compatible with JVF hammers?

JVF blending and body hammers come standard with 5/16 threaded positions at both ends of the handle making it compatible...

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When to Use a Knockdown Hammer vs a Blending Hammer?
May 18 2020
When to Use a Knockdown Hammer vs a Blending Hammer?

Blending hammers are best used for larger, softer high spots. Knockdowns are generally smaller tips best suited for sharper damage....

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What is the Difference Between the JVF Blending Hammers?
May 18 2020
What is the Difference Between the JVF Blending Hammers?

Keco collision kits are sold with two different JVF hammers—lightweight blending hammer and a heavier weight body hammer. Both hammers...

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What are the different JVF Hammer Tips Used For?
May 18 2020
What are the different JVF Hammer Tips Used For?

JVF knockdown and blending hammers feature a variety of interchangeable tips designed to fit the specific damage being repaired. Small,...

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How Hard Should I Press Down when Applying a Glue Tab to the Panel?
May 18 2020
How Hard Should I Press Down when Applying a Glue Tab to the Panel?

Learn how to properly place your GPR tabs for the best results.

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How Hard Should I Pull on Glue Tabs to Correct Damage?
May 18 2020
How Hard Should I Pull on Glue Tabs to Correct Damage?

Learn how to pull with the proper amount of strength to achieve results fast.

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How to Ensure Correct Glue Tab Placement on Damaged Panel?
May 18 2020
How to Ensure Correct Glue Tab Placement on Damaged Panel?

We recommend using a grease pencil or marker to clearly mark the edges of the damage when viewing with a...

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Should I Use a Line Board or a Fog Board when Viewing Damage?
May 18 2020
Should I Use a Line Board or a Fog Board when Viewing Damage?

The choice between a line board or a fog board is a personal preference that should be made by the...

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Is Glue Pull Repair Safe for Paint Protective Film?
March 31 2020
Is Glue Pull Repair Safe for Paint Protective Film?

Yes, glue pull repair can typically be used on panels with a paint protective film, also known as Chip Guard....

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Where are Keco Tools Made?
March 31 2020
Where are Keco Tools Made?

Keco Body Repair Products are proudly manufactured in the USA at our production facility in Oklahoma City, OK. Orders placed...

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Do I need to Remove the Panel for a GPR Repair?
March 31 2020
Do I need to Remove the Panel for a GPR Repair?

No, the vast majority of repairs do not require the removal of a panel. Since GPR does not later the...

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What Temperature Should the Panel Be for GPR?
March 31 2020
What Temperature Should the Panel Be for GPR?

The optimal working temperature of a panel for glue pull repairing is 75 - 85°F. We recommend heating a panel...

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What GPR Pulling Tools are Compatible with Eye Bolts?
March 27 2020
What GPR Pulling Tools are Compatible with Eye Bolts?

Keco SuperTabs®, HD tabs and U-Bolt Adapters for Centipede tabs are compatible with pogo / hustle sticks, frame machines and...

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How Long Can I Make Pulls After Adhering the Glue Tab?
March 27 2020
How Long Can I Make Pulls After Adhering the Glue Tab?

Keco recommends three different glues: Cactus “Green” Glue, Camauto “Yellow” Glue and Tab Weld “Gray” Glue. Each of these glues...

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How Much Glue Should I Apply to the Glue Tab?
March 27 2020
How Much Glue Should I Apply to the Glue Tab?

The ideal amount of glue for each tab varies based on size. As a general rule, you should fill the...

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How Do I Remove Glue from Panels and Glue Tabs?
March 27 2020
How Do I Remove Glue from Panels and Glue Tabs?

Glue is easily released using a high concentration form of isopropyl alcohol sprayed directly on the glue. This allows glue...

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Which GPR / Collision Glue is the Strongest?
March 27 2020
Which GPR / Collision Glue is the Strongest?

All three Keco recommended PDR / GPR glues have similar strength profiles. The key differences among these glues are flexibility...

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What Does “Double-Action” Mean in Glue Pull Repairing?
March 27 2020
What Does “Double-Action” Mean in Glue Pull Repairing?

Double-action describes the technique of simultaneously using a pulling device like a K-Beam, K-Bar or Robo to life the low...

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What's the difference between ICE and Blue tabs?
March 27 2020
What's the difference between ICE and Blue tabs?

The primary differences between Keco Ice and Blue tabs are flexibility and strength. Our specially formulated Ice material offers maximum...

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How Long Do Glue Pull Tabs Last?
March 27 2020
How Long Do Glue Pull Tabs Last?

The useable life of a glue pull tab varies significantly based on its size, material and technique used to pull....

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What Temperature Should My Glue Gun for GPR?
March 25 2020
What Temperature Should My Glue Gun for GPR?

We recommend setting your glue gun to 350°F (190° C) as a general rule. As the glue is dispensed, you...

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Why Won’t My Glue Tabs Stick to the Panel?
March 19 2020
Why Won’t My Glue Tabs Stick to the Panel?

One of the most common questions GPR technicians have is “why won’t my glue stick”. Following our 6C process ensures...

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Is Glue Pull Repairing Safe for Ceramic Coating Dent Removal?
March 09 2020
Is Glue Pull Repairing Safe for Ceramic Coating Dent Removal?

There are many advantages glue pull repairing offers over traditional stud welded repair techniques. Glue pull repair is non-invasive requiring...

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Electric Vehicles Set To Disrupt Collision Repair. Are you Ready?
February 10 2020
Electric Vehicles Set To Disrupt Collision Repair. Are you Ready?

Electric vehicles have disrupted the automotive industry. Naturally they are on course to disrupt collision repair as well. Discover how GPR...

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2014 Audi A4 - Glue Pull Crease Repair
October 10 2019
2014 Audi A4 - Glue Pull Crease Repair

The damage in this video is the driver's rear door of a 2014 Audi A4. The dent is a sharp...

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2016 Ford Mustang Convertible - Quarter Panel Glue Pull Repair
October 10 2019
2016 Ford Mustang Convertible - Quarter Panel Glue Pull Repair

In this video, Gene shows a complex GPR repair on a 2016 Ford Mustang Convertible. The owner of the vehicle...

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The Importance of Lighting for Glue Pull Repairs
October 08 2019
The Importance of Lighting for Glue Pull Repairs

GPR (glue pull repair) is a method of auto body repair that gets the job done faster, more efficiently, and...

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The Power Of Glue Pull Repair & Surface Area
August 20 2019
The Power Of Glue Pull Repair & Surface Area

Glue tabs cover much more surface area than a stud so you have more area of the dent to pull with....

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Aluminum, Surface Area & Why Glue Pull Repair Works
July 09 2019
Aluminum, Surface Area & Why Glue Pull Repair Works

The reason studs sometimes pull out is because they cover too little surface area on the panel. The surface area...

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The Value That Glue Pull Repair Brings
June 28 2019
The Value That Glue Pull Repair Brings

The glue pull repair process will significantly reduce the need for stud welding in your body shop. If you're a...

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Staying Competitive in Today’s Body Shop
May 29 2019
Staying Competitive in Today’s Body Shop

KECO’s GPR tools and training are affordable options that make the shop able to repair more vehicles, replace fewer parts,...

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What Is Glue Pull Repair?
May 29 2019
What Is Glue Pull Repair?

Conventional repair methods utilize studs or wiggle wire and give you something to which you attach your pull tool. Studs...

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The Importance Of Auto Body Repair Training
May 08 2019
The Importance Of Auto Body Repair Training

Training expands an employee’s knowledge base, it strengthens skills a person may already have, it makes employees aware of safety...

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Cold Repairs In The Body Shop & Glue Pull Repair Technology
May 01 2019
Cold Repairs In The Body Shop & Glue Pull Repair Technology

GPR is a non-intrusive method that avoids drilling into the panel and subsequently welding studs then fixing both these incursions, and it also...

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Fixing Aluminum With Glue Pull Repair Tools & Techniques
April 24 2019
Fixing Aluminum With Glue Pull Repair Tools & Techniques

KECO Body Repair Products glue tools work on both steel and aluminum, it does not matter. You can pull a dent...

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Repair vs. Replace - How Glue Pull Repair Enables Technicians
February 27 2019
Repair vs. Replace - How Glue Pull Repair Enables Technicians

It’s a frequent refrain in our business: “The insurer asks that I repair the panel, but I think it needs...

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Glue Pull Repair Increases Profitability: Independents, Conglomerates, & Insurers
January 24 2019
Glue Pull Repair Increases Profitability: Independents, Conglomerates, & Insurers

Glue Pull Repair methods of dent and collision repair addresses time, effort, and money concerns while producing the same or...

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January 02 2019
Rocker Repair - Volkswagon

Summary In this 17 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates a rocker repair using KECO tools to bend the metal to...

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January 02 2019
Crown Slappers

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Crown Slappers that are used to knockdown or move crowns...

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January 02 2019
JVF Knockdown Holder

Summary In this 10 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the JVF knockdown Holder. It fits any knockdown in the industry,...

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January 02 2019
Robo Mini Lifter

Summary In this 3 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO mini Robo Lifter.  The KECO Mini Robo Lifter is used...

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January 02 2019
Precision Robo Lifter Base

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Precision Robo Lifter Base.  This base is used when pulling...

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January 02 2019
Glue Pull Repair - Ford Hatch

Summary In this video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO K-Beam and how it is helpful when performing a glue pull...

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December 28 2018
Centipede Crease & Curved Body Tabs

Summary In this video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Centipede Crease and Curved Body Tabs. They are used to repair...

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December 28 2018
Knockdowns

Summary In this 3 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Knockdowns. These knockdowns come in three different strengths of...

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December 28 2018
5-Pound Slide Hammer

Summary In this short video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne displays the KECO 5-Pound Slide Hammer. The KECO 5-Pound Slide Hammer is used...

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December 28 2018
Composite Blending Hammer

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the JVF Composite Blending Hammer. This state-of-the-art Blending Hammer is light and...

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December 28 2018
Black Ice Hail Tabs

Summary In this 3 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne displays the KECO Black ICE Hail Tabs. These tabs are made in...

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December 28 2018
Supertabs & Heavy-Duty Tabs

Summary In this video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO  Super tabs and Heavy duty tabs. These tabs are used for bigger...

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December 28 2018
Selecting the Right Centipede or Body Tab Adapter

Summary In this 4 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the use for many of our tabs.  He explains when to...

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December 28 2018
Dead Center Finishing Tabs

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne discusses the advantages of the KECO Dead Center Finishing Tabs.  These tabs have...

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December 28 2018
K-Beam Bridge Lifter

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO K-Beam Bridge Lifter.  The K-Beam is used to repair bigger body...

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December 27 2018
K-Bar Leverage Pulling Bar

Summary In this video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO K- Bar, and shows the useful features that come along with...

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December 27 2018
Black Swan Guided Knockdown

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Black Swan Guided Knockdown.  The KECO Black Swan Guided Knockdown...

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December 27 2018
Robo Hole Straightener

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Hole Straightener.  The KECO Hole Straightener is used to repair body...

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December 27 2018
K-Beam Power Pod Attachment

Summary In this 1 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the use of the KECO K-Beam Power Pod attachment to turn...

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December 27 2018
Crease Killer Precision Lifter

Summary In this 20 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the strength of the KECO Crease Killer Precision Lifter, and pairs it...

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July 05 2018
KECO Hole Straightener

Summary In this 2 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the KECO Hole Straightener.  The KECO Hole Straightener is used to repair body...

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February 22 2018
Pull to Paint Process

Summary In this 16 minute video, Jonathan Vandenfontyne demonstrates the pull-to-paint process using a KECO K-Bar.  This process prevents damage to...

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