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 would account for the additional steps needed. Included and not-included notes are addressed in the HNotes tab. Always follow state laws in identifying full panel replacement vs section labor on your final bill. If there [...]
Estimating Tip: Mitchell- Scaffolding/ Ladders Set up NOT INCLUDED
Recent DEG Inquiry 21028 identifies Scaffolding and Ladder usage NOT INCLUDED. “Utilizing a bench or work stand to reach the Roof area in a collision [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC/ MOTOR- Rivet Gun Set Up / Test Rivet Panel
DEG Inquiry 20926 “Not Included operations: Changing of arm/head assembly of tool, adjustment of air pressure and piston speed is not included. Creating test panels [...]
Estimating Tip: Audatex : “Damage List” Update
In the latest “What’s New In Estimating” Tab Damage List When displaying the full or partial damage list, an empty row is now at the [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC/ MOTOR- Wiring attached to bumper
DEG Inquiry 20871 provides feedback from CCC/MOTOR on wiring labor when attached to the bumper cover. “After review of MOTOR data, this statement applies to [...]
Estimating Tip: Mitchell- Roof Rail Refinish
Mitchell users may commonly locate "Refinish roof rail" labor operation in Mitchell estimating product. If the repair requires to blend instead of full refinish, the [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC/ MOTOR- Mask Uniside Door Opening NOT INCLUDED
DEG Inquiry 13451 provides feedback from CCC/MOTOR on masking the door opening when refinishing the uni-side/ aperture as NOT INCLUDED. Both the labor and the [...]
Estimating Tip- All three estimating systems. R&I Glass and Regulator for Door Skin Replacement
CCC – P Pages for Outer Panel R&R Replacement Does not Include : Glass & Regulator Mitchell – P Pages for Door Repair Panel R&R [...]
Estimating Tip- All three estimating systems. Clearing Customer Data NOT INCLUDED
CCC – DEG Inquiry 20794 “After review of your concern, this is not a MOTOR supported operation, The estimated work time for clearing data would [...]
Estimating Tip- Measuring Paint MIL Thickness Not included
CCC DEG Inquiry 19625 • Measuring the MIL thickness of paint is not included in the estimated work time. • The cost of materials for [...]