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When writing the estimate the vehicle is inspected and relevant data is entered into our computerized estimating system. This data is compiled into an estimate that determines the cost of repairs. However, often there is hidden damage that cannot be seen until after the vehicle is disassembled. |
Once the estimate is completed, the insurance company will review the estimate. There may be some negotiations on the price and procedures required to repair the vehicle. The insurance company will determine if the vehicle is even repairable. Once this process is completed the vehicle begins the actual repair process. |
In Disassembly hidden damage is often found, and inner structure repairs are determined. Many times this will require scheduling insurance re-inspection and ordering additional parts. |
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The required parts for your vehicle are ordered, and availability is checked. If a part needs to be special ordered, the order will be placed as soon as possible. Although many parts arrive very quickly, the repair process can not begin until we receive all the structural parts. |
In the Structure Repair area the Uni-Body is returned back to the factory specification. Our sophisticated computerized measuring system is used to analyze the frame of your vehicle ensuring an accurate repair. |
The Body Repair Department replaces exterior panels, and all metal finishing that may be required. The vehicle begins to come back to life as sheet metal is installed and aligned. From here the vehicle goes to the Paint Prep. Department. |
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Paint preparation is a critical step in the refinishing process of every vehicle. All panels are prepared for paint then primed and sealed to assure good adhesion when the final top color and clear coats of paint are applied. |
Final moldings and detail pieces are put back on the vehicle in the reassembly area. All the vehicle's systems are checked during this process. The vehicle is almost complete and ready for delivery when it is in this stage. |
During the repair process the vehicle accumulates dust from the repairs. It will be cleaned. It will also be road tested to ensure that everything is working properly. A final inspection will assure that the vehicle is restores to it's pre-accident condition. |
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Delivery is the last step in the repair |
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