Free storage for written off vehicles Less money spent sending out an appraiser Leverage to keep the shop on the direct repair program So in a nutshell the bodyshop gets work while doing it for less and saving money for the insurance company. So, the question is how does this benefit the consumer? Well, it…
The art of spraying is a skill like anything else that gets better with experience. Most people at first are intimidated the first time they pick up a paint gun. Once you get going you’ll start to find a comfortable spot, but here are a few tips to get you off to a great start. Keep it straight!…
If your considering having your car repainted the odd\’s are your wondering what it will cost to have your vehicle sprayed. With so many shop\’s all charging you such different prices it can be overwhelming trying to figure out where to take your car. Your freind rick tells you it will cost you at least…
It happens to us all, after looking at your car in the driveway for a while you can’t help but wonder what it would look like in another color. While a good prep job can make it look good no matter what, here are a few things to consider. Painting it black can be…
If you are reading this then you are likely wondering what’s involved in painting a car yourself & how you can accomplish this. First of all, the good news is people are turning out professional results from their garage all over North America. The unfortunate news is that the first few jobs may not…
You see it all the time, that brand new car pulled off the lot reflecting holograms back at you. These swirl marks are the result of poor polishing efforts and create an eye sore for anyone looking at it on a sunny day. So what’s the cause of them? I already told you, Poor…
Cross Linking is used in many different parts of the auto body process. From the bumpers being manufacturer to the clear being applied, cross linking exists in some form or another to provide superior durability. Cross linking in a basic sense is mixing A + B together to make a finished chain A-B-A-B-A-B-A-B….repeating to…
How Polishing A Scratch Out Works One of my favorite sayings “it will just buff out….right?”. It’s often spoken in prayer form as the customer knows if it doesn’t the price has likely tripled. So to know if it will buff you need to know how deep it is. Generally, if your fingernail can…
When it comes to selecting a paint spray gun, it’s important to understand the differences between the various options on the market. Prices can range from $20 to $1000, so it’s important to consider what you’re getting for your money. One key factor to consider is transfer efficiency, or how much of the product actually…
As a technician, it’s important to prioritize safety in the shop. Here are some basic tips to keep in mind: Respirators are crucial for protecting your lungs and body from dust and vapors. For sanding and grinding, a dust mask is sufficient. For painting and working with 1 part enamels, a carbon respirator (half-mask) is…