Estimating Tip – CCCone Web – Information Button
CCCone Web users can hover over individual lines and click on the "O" on the right side of the line to quickly view part graphics information.
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Information Tab
Mitchell users can select the "Information" tab to view general OEM Position Statements, recall information, special cautions and other vehicle specific information.
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Mix Toners
DEG Inquiry 12029 shares Mitchell feedback that “labor to mix toners from color bank to achieve a color” is NOT INCLUDED. Due to variables in color formulas and product types, an on-the-spot evaluation would be [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Rivian R1T/S Aim Distance Sensor
Recent DEG Inquiry 37206 provides clarification to the labor time established for "Aim Distance Sensor." "The estimated work time of 0.6 hours applied to the ’aim distance sensor’ operation includes, measure for and setting up [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Quarter panel, section
CCC may identify labor to section a quarter panel. The section labor time is often different than a full panel replacement. When there is an approved section option by the OEM, utilizing the section labor [...]
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Addressing overlap, when major adjacent panels are refinished in separate booth cycles
DEG Inquiry 14489 provides feedback from Mitchell regarding refinish when the truck bed and cab are refinished in two separate booth cycles. The system is designed to take overlap based on the assumption the adjacent [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Fastner replacement on service part
DEG Inquiry 36936 provides feedback for replacement fasteners on a service part. "MOTOR does not assign estimated work times to attaching parts, i.e. bolts, clips, clamps, etc. as these parts are typically not replaced as [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Supplement Reconciliation
Solera Qapter users can view a "Supplement Reconciliation" report by selecting the "Reports" tab, and using the drop-down menu on the pop up to see available documents under "Supplement Reconciliation"
Estimating Tip – CCC – Masking recessed jambs and gaps
Closing the gap between two adjacent panels so that overspray does not get on the jamb, edge, underside, or interior is included in the Basic Color Coat Application. This is specific to two or more [...]
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Transferring fender mounting bracket
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Transferring fender mounting bracket Recent DEG inquiry 36465 provides response from Mitchell regarding transferring fender mounting brackets. “Please see Labor General Information: Additions to Labor Times. Transfer Time: For welded, [...]