DEG Estimating Tips
DEG Estimating Tips
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Modifying replacement parts
DEG Inquiry 41796 elaborates on modifications for replacement parts. "Please reference the following information from the labor general information section of the procedure pages under Additions to labor time: Rework Parts To fit a particular year or model (example: cutting holes for lamps, modifying a radiator support)." For example, 2024 Ford Bronco front bumper reinforcement may ay require "Drill Holes As Required, Shim As Needed" which can be found in the [...]
Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Radiator Supports & Mechanical Components
Starting with 2027 new model year vehicles, MOTOR has updated its labor guide for Radiator Supports: mechanical component R&I/R&R is no longer included in radiator [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Multiple Rate / Labor Breakout Feature
Solera Qapter users can apply Multiple Rates (MR) to a single line item. For example, when replacing a quarter panel, Qapter may include a head [...]
Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Welded Seams & Weld Zone Repair and Refinish
DEG Inquiry 41711 elaborates on replacement quarter panel welded seams and adjacent panel weld zone repair & refinish. "After review, the published Quarter Panel replacement and sectioning [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Data Access Fees
Solera Qapter DBRM page 38 shares feedback regarding Data Access Fee - "Any fees related to OEM data subscriptions and/or OEM information access are not included in part [...]
Estimating Tip – Mitchell – Masking Bumpers with texture or unpainted areas
When painting a bumper that requires extra masking for textured or unpainted sections, always check the Refinish Operation Labor Notes first. Included: This masking operation [...]
Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Bedside Shipping Braces
DEG Inquiry 41507 shares information on replacement bedsides that may come supplied with a shipping brace requiring removal prior to installation. "Any labor required to remove [...]
Estimating Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Seam Sealer
Audatex DBRM Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions identify the following NOT INCLUDED: Body Materials are not included in Audatex labor values. OEM aesthetic appearance matching of sealants, [...]
Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Independent Image Window
CCC ONE Web users can now view images in a separate browser tab or window overlaying the estimate workfile screen. This feature allows you to [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC – Print Preview Workfile
CCCOne Web users can now “Print Preview” the CCCONE Web workfile by clicking on the “print” and selecting the document you want to view. A [...]