Estimating Tip – CCC – Rivian Estimating Database
Estimating Tip – CCC - Rivian Estimating Database An estimating database for Rivian R1T & R1S is currently available in CCC Estimating. Always consult OEM repair information and available documents for the most current part numbers, prices and procedures. All DEG inquiries on Rivian vehicles can be viewed here https://degweb.org/deg-database/?_vehicle_make=rivian. New inquiries can be initiated at www.degweb.org. www.Oem1stop.com now includes Rivian position statements
Audatex – Flex Additive Materials NOT INCLUDED
Some repairers may experience a bill payer stating that "Flex additive Materials are included in Audatex". To clarify this topic, Audatex users should reference the [...]
Mitchell – Accessing helpful OEM information within Mitchell Ultramate
Mitchell has made it easier to access helpful OEM information within the estimating system. This is not a substitute of researching OEM information directly, but [...]
CCC – Additional Operations “Add for Foglamps”
This week’s tip will discuss some changes in how the "add for foglamp" features will now appear in Additional Operations group in the front bumper [...]
Audatex – Feather Prime and Block for welded panel considerations
Please reference this video regarding feather prime and block operations for welded panel operations that may require additional repairs to the replaced panel. [...]
CCC, Mitchell and Audatex – Modifying part and operation type labor times in estimating systems
In this week’s estimating tip, please watch the video showing how modifying a part and or operation type labor time can affect your estimate to [...]
CCC- Paintless Dent repair (PDR) / Glue Pulling
Recent Inquiry 16631 regarding PDR/ GLUE PULLING states "Paintless Dent Repair, PDR, is not an operation included in the MOTOR collision-estimating database and therefore PDR [...]
Audatex – Grille Labor considerations
Recent DEG Inquiry 16535 states "It is not possible to determine if an assembly is delivered completely assembled or requiring some assembly. Therefore, parts that [...]
Mitchell – Recycled Part Operations (ATG)
Mitchell has made changes in the way Recycled Part labor operations are developed. Mitchell has provided feedback on inquiry 16546 "In an effort to simplify [...]
CCC- Honda Civic Bumper Reinforcements
DEG Inquiry 16531 footnote on front bumper reinforcement currently states "Part cannot be reused/ reinstalled" The current footnote in CCC regarding the reinforcement is an [...]