European Technology Trends Predict Future of U.S. Repairs, Mitchell Says
Europe’s experience with advanced vehicle technology predicts future changes in the U.S. collision repair industry, according to Mitchell’s latest Industry Trends Report (ITR), released today. This edition’s Quarterly Feature, "Looking at Europe to Predict the Future of U.S. Collision Repair," says that European manufacturers are tackling increased fuel efficiency and mileage targets and mandated side
TECH FEATURE: Brazing is Back
With its small heat affect zone (HAZ), MIG brazing has become the procedure of choice when recommended for high-strength steels.
TECH FEATURE: Power with Plasma
The plasma cutter may be mysterious to many, but its functions are undeniable, especially when it comes to cutting heat-treated alloys like boron steel.
Classic Screwdrivers
Martin Tools new Classic screwdrivers offer the traditional look and feel preferred in North America. Rugged, non-petroleum, cellulose acetate handles are chemical- and impact-resistant. The clear handles feature color-coded red and blue inlays for easy identification, and forged alloy blades offer strength and durability, and are zinc-plated for corrosion resistance. Flat tips are forged with
Weld Exotic Metals
This new compact single-phase 200 Amp MIG inverter power source offers fully automatic synergic and pulsed-synergic MIG welding and brazing capabilities for high-strength steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel and all aluminum alloys. It also features a broad range of pre-programmed synergic curves. Call (800) 622-8665 or visit www.mactools.com.
Grip and Pull Pins Easily
EZ Pull Pliers (P/N 20085) allows body shop technicians quick access to grip and pull multiple pull pins (studs) as well as vertical and horizontal flanges. Tough alloy steel locking pliers provides an evenly distributed pulling force while pulling multiple pull pins and flanges, and includes two large pulling rings to accommodate up to 2,000
Mazda 3, 6 Series Bumper Repair
This article deals with Mazda’s bumper repair recommendations and service procedures for the Mazda 3 and 6 Series vehicles.
Galvanic Corrosion and Cross Contamination
This oldie but goodie from the BodyShop Business archives explains what happens when two dissimilar metals, like aluminum and steel, come in electrical contact of each other.
Proprietary Repairs
“Do you think that in the near future, other car manufacturers will follow Jaguar’s lead and require repair shops to be ‘certified’ to fix their vehicles?”
Long Live the Oxyacetylene Torch
Some think the oxyacetylene torch is dead. But more than a few master techs consider it a vital tool in their arsenals, and you may too once you understand its versatility.
