We can make preparing a vehicle for painting much easier and less time consuming with our auto coating removal services. When it comes to auto painting, proper stripping is essential to ensure a good adhesion and professional look.
During a front end collision, your car will most likely incur extensive grill and bumper damage and in all likelihood have some hood damage as well. In many cases, hood damage can be repaired, but when the damage is extensive a brand new hood will be installed.
Did you know that the world's first plastic-bodied car was made using ultrasonic welding? Of course, plastic-bodied cars never became a thing, but ultrasonic welding did! Ultrasonic welding works by creating friction through high frequency, creating heat and also a lasting bond.
Did you know that internal components such as frame rails are often damaged during a collision, but that this type of damage is often overlooked? It’s important that these and other internal damages are properly fixed to restore the vehicle to its pre-collision safety standards.
The development in 1923 of the nitrocellulose lacquer system was huge for the fledgling car industry. The paint came in many colors and could be applied with spray guns. The inventor was future paint giant E.I. DuPont De Nemours.
Did you know that frontal collisions often result in damage to mechanical components? This is why a pre-repair inspection is always recommended, so that these types of damages are identified at the onset and properly repaired.
Did you know that there is no in-car driver training in the high school systems in twenty-five states? There are even seven states that don’t even have driver ed at all!
Automotive paint history: Automotive paints based on nitrocellulose debuted during the 1920s. As eHow reports, "According to AutoInc. Magazine's online edition from May 16, 2001, nitrocellulose paints dried much more quickly than previous paints and varnishes, and many more colors were available."
When it comes to crashes, the driver is one of the biggest determiners of roadway safety. It's true. Care to guess what percent of accidents are directly attributable to driver related factors rather than environmental causes? That would be 57 percent.
Chrome pieces and plastic car parts can become costly to repair or replace. Take the time to remove these parts before painting your vehicle to avoid ruining or permanently painting them as well.
Did you know that bumpers are designed to absorb shocks and then spring out again? Unfortunately, this action can weaken the structural integrity, so even if the collision damage doesn’t look that bad, it’s still a good idea to take it to a collision repair expert.
Many car enthusiasts set out to restore their old classic cars. They accomplish repairing the engine and parts, as well as the interior. The last job on any restoration and the trickiest is the paint job. Leaving that step to the pros is a great decision.
Every new model of automobile is more sophisticated than each of its predecessors. That is why our repair technicians are constantly studying and training, keeping pace with advances, so that we are prepared to repair any make and model vehicle that enters our shop.
In recent years, white, black, silver and gray have consistently topped the list of most popular car colors. Between 2006 and 2013 white was the number one choice, but the growing popularity of colors like red and brown are seen as an emerging trend.
If you’ve recently been involved in a collision, you might have noticed a new trend in auto collision reports. In lieu of the term “accident,” many police officers and insurance representatives have been taught to use the term “incident” instead.
Painting an automobile is one job that’s best left to the professionals. They have the proper tools to ensure even coating and that the end result doesn’t look streaky or drippy.
One thing that needs to be inspected following an auto collision is the radiator. Radiators can develop leaks around upper or lower hose connections as a result of cracks from the collision and vibration of the engine, and will need to be repaired.
Do you have a car that is white, silver, black, or gray? If you do, then you have a car that is one of the most common paint jobs for the year 2012. Make your car stand out with a bright new paint job.
The body of your car is for more than looks and to keep the wind out. It’s actually designed to crumple in certain ways, and protect you in case of a collision. That’s why it’s important to take it to a collision repair expert to make sure it’s repaired correctly.
While "stoving enamels" were developed for car paint in the 1930s, they were usually still applied by a brush. Then a dentist invented the spray gun, which cut the painting process from around 40 days to a third of the time.
While it may seem counter-intuitive, and lead to more expensive repairs, unibody construction is one of the major innovations in automobile safety. The design absorbs and distributes the shock of impact, protecting drivers and passengers during a collision.
Guess how much gasoline the average US car uses in one year? That would be 600 gallons! Save money and the earth at the same time. Try not to idle your car. It wastes more fuel, cash, and pollution than restarting your engine.
