DEG Inquiry 38709 provides feedback from Mitchell regarding glass masking operations – sometimes referred to as “roping”  when using lift tape to pull back seals when refinishing panels with components attached. Mitchell responded that the information can be found in the refinish general information:

Repaired/Used Panels

“Labor times related to repaired and/or used panel example: Remove and install or masking of glass, outside handles or exterior trim, feather prime & block, masking for primer surfacer application are not included in refinish time. The steps required for refinishing a repaired and/or used panel may vary from those required for a new panel depending on the condition of the repaired and/or used panel.”

Any materials used for masking operation is NOT INCLUDED per Mitchell CEG Labor General Information

“Shop Material

The labor times shown in the Guide do not take into account the cost of any materials, or the cost of hazardous materials recycling or disposal.”