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Estimate Tip – CCCONE Web – Right Click Mouse Function Estimate Lines

CCCONE Web users can insert lines above or below an estimate line, and edit line properties using the “right click” mouse function.
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Estimating tip- Mitchell – Second Color Set Up

Mitchell estimating does NOT include the labor that may be necessary to mix and match secondary colors for areas like the interior,…
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Estimate Tip – CCC – Foam adhesive removal

The removal of remaining foam sealant, which is sometimes used between a vehicle's fender and body for noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)…
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Nib Sanding/De-nib Nib sanding

Solera Qapter DBRM page 142 Section 4-4 Refinish Guidelines provides the following: “Nib Sanding/De-nib Nib sanding (or de-nib) is defined as the…
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Estimate Tip – Mitchell – Projected Scenario

Mitchell Cloud Estimating's "projected scenario" feature allows users to forecast potential extra costs that aren't clear during the initial estimate. Once these…
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Estimate Tip – OEM Bumper Condition Report Update 2025

DEG has made updates to a 2010 study showing the condition of OE bumpers serviced either as raw, unprimed or combination. This…
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Estimate Tip – CCC ONE Web – Part Code keyword search

You can add a manual line in CCC One Web and use keywords to search for part code operations.
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Estimate Tip – Solera Qapter (Audatex) – Fender edge refinish

In situation where the fender edge needs to be refinished, reference Solera Qapter DBRM Section 4-4 Refinish Guidelines. On page 144 states:…