Step-by-step projects cover the latest information on panel adhesives, improved repair strategies, unibody vehicles, media blasting, panel overhaul and replacement, and tools and techniques for water-based paint products.

Discusses unibody, space frame, and body over frame vehicle construction. Identifies A, B, C, and D pillars and illustrates basic steering geometry.

The Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Workbook contains a variety of review questions correlated to the textbook chapters. These questions help reinforce the student's understanding of the material presented in the textbook chapters. The Workbook also includes hands-on jobs that walk you through important collision repair and refinishing operations step by step. These jobs give students the opportunity to develop the hands-on skills needed to succeed in the collision repair shop.

Today, more than ever, automotive collision repair technicians are needed. However, to be a successful collision repair technician, the student must master a wide range of skills. The I-CAR Professional Automotive Collision Repair, 2e text will help students master those skills by providing them with the knowledge they need in an easy-to-understand format. This text provides an explanation of the theory behind a successful repair. It also provides information on the latest collision repair tools, equipment, and techniques and offers important safety tips and strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. Finally, it provides the foundation needed to prepare for the ASE Certification Exam and offers insight into what it takes to become a successful, well-rounded collision repair technician. - Preface.

This high-interest, 16-tape series and accompanying supplement package begins with vehicle construction basics plus an introduction to general-purpose hand and power tools. The second set of tapes explains how damage repair estimates are determined, while the third set details procedures for straightening, repairing hoods, bumpers and fenders, plus servicing glass and doors. Topics addressed in the final set of tapes include major body-frame realignments, welded panel repairs, instrument cluster, dashboard parts servicing, and more!

This up-to-the minute text includes only the very latest techniques in unibody collision repair and refinishing. I-CAR matching and other I-CAR approved techniques and practices are thoroughly covered, including MIG welding, sectioning, and pulling. Information is presented in a logical sequence and progresses from covering shop procedures, tools, and equipment to estimating costs and restoring corrosion protection. This book is based entirely upon the I-CAR curriculum package and can be used in conjunction with other I-CAR materials.

Features material reflecting the automotive technology and industry best practices. In addition to incorporating NATEF Collision Repair and Refinish Program Standards and Task Lists, this book provides information on working with hybrid and electric vehicles, using environmentally friendly water-based paints, and other methods and materials.

Estimating for Collision Repair presents an easy-to-read, comprehensive explanation of how to write a damage report. Modern vehicle construction is emphasized as well as computer use. A thorough overview of collision repair methods, including MIG welding and panel binding, gives the reader an understanding of current repair techniques. ASE style review questions at the end of each chapter test the reader's grasp of the topics. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Answer Key, ISBN: 0-7668-0892-0