Replacement parts may require solvent compatibility testing prior to refinishing to ensure your products don’t react with factory coatings. Labor and materials to test, strip, and restore the substrate to a “new” condition are NOT INCLUDED in all three estimating systems (CCC, Mitchell & Solera Qapter).
For example, the Ford F-150 upper bumper cover shown here failed solvent testing; it now requires stripping and treatment as a raw plastic part. Please consult paint manufacturer guidelines for specific testing procedures.
