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 panels in the closed position. If a simple back-tape or the use of foam between panels to stop any overspray is not sufficient and a complete masking of the edge, jamb, underside or interior must [...]
Audatex: Combination, Frt or Rear Suspension (Raise and support) duplicate labor
The Audatex DBRM, Section 5-5 glossary of Audatex Terms, defines the term Combination Suspension as: “The Audatex term for raising and supporting a vehicle.” Labor [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC/ MOTOR- Glass Run Channel Not included with Door Skin R&R
Two recent DEG inquiries 18493 & 18494 identified that the labor associated with the door glass run channel(s) is NOT included in the door skin, [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC, Mitchell and Audatex- Cleaning of spilled fluids
Cleaning of spilled fluids in the repair facility and the vehicle due to accident damage is NOT INCLUDED in all three-estimating system. Mitchell Response DEG [...]
Estimating Tip: Mitchell – Seam sealer on welded panels
Not all estimating platforms handle seam sealer on welded-replaced panels the same. In Mitchell addresses their unique approach in the MITCHELL CEG “Procedure Explanations” for [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC/ MOTOR- Guide to Estimating 2020/ 2021 Revision Update
DEG Users can now find an updated version of MOTOR Guide to Estimating (GTE)in a downloadable PDF document link in the “Estimate Toolbox”. All changes [...]
Estimating Tip: Audatex: Second color and clear set up NOT INCLUDED
AudatexDBRM Page 152 Section 4-4 Refinish Guidelines shows that second color and clear coat set up as NOT INCLUDED in published refinish times. “Second Color [...]
Estimating Tip: Mitchell – Dynamic Systems Verification Road Test
Mitchell MCE and Ultramate users have the ability to add “Dynamic Systems Verification Road Test” on the estimate as a NON included operation. Users can [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC- Seat belts and related components “mechanical” classification
In DEG Inquiry 18181 MOTOR had made updates to seat belt retractors and buckles to show an “M” (Mechanical) classification. CCC users should be aware [...]
Estimating Tip: CCC- Aim Headlights
In DEG Inquiry 18138, MOTOR provides a breakdown of “Add if Required” operation “Aim Headlamps”. “Includes use of all necessary tools and equipment in-order to [...]