[jkep60]

My 02 MB EXL was hit by something falling off a truck, leaving two small chips in the paint on the hood. On of the chips is clear through to the metal. Also caused dent, similar to hail stone. I'm planning to get dent fixed; in the meantime, should I use touch-up paint on chip (to protect metal) or will this interfere with touch-up job the shop guys will do? Chips are small-1/16th inch

 

[HK_dude]

The shop would put primer, several layers of paint, and clear coat. Just putting touch-up on metal will not do it and will require more work. I would take it to the shop ASAP or do-it-yourself.