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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter – Changing Zone Selection

Solera Qapter users can quickly change the “Zone Selection” screen by using the left and right buttons on the top left corner…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Side Body Refinish

When repair or replacement of side body panel (Quarter panels) needing refinish, additional labor may require extending basecoat / clear coat into…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – R&I Headlights does not include Aim Lights

Recent DEG Inquiry 38543 features feedback from MOTOR that establishes “anytime the headlamp assembly is removed from the vehicle the ’Aim Headlamps’…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Refn Backside Door Outer Panel

DEG Inquiry 18059 provided feedback for second color consideration when refinishing backside & inside of outer door panel. “If the repairer needs…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Corrosion Protection

Solera Qapter DBRM page 146 Section 4-4 Refinish guidelines states “Corrosion protection is the process and materials used to prevent corrosion.” End…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – Additional Labor BMW Door Replacement

Recent DEG Inquiry 38423 provides feedback on replacement of BMW door shells that may require additional labor for loose fasteners & hardware.…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Add to transfer glass workflow

Mitchell Cloud Estimating (MCE) users should follow the correct workflow when transferring glass from the original damaged liftgate to a new replacement…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – Refinishing Quarter Panels

Recent DEG Inquiry 38332 provides feedback on capturing quarter panel “exterior, lock pillar & edging” refinish operations. “The exterior surface estimated refinish…