Three-Stage Finishes (Base / Mica / Clear Coat)

SPECIAL NOTATION:

The following items or operations were not considered during the development of any published basic refinish operation times. If any of these items or operations are required, they should be considered by the estimator. Calculations should be made after deduction for overlap, and additions for underside and edges if required. (if three-stage finish from factory).

 

• First major panel;

– Add 70% to refinish time

 

• Each additional panel;

– Add 40% to refinish time

Included: Does Not Include:

Back tape opening (handle, lock cylinder, mirror)

Clear coat application

Mask / close gap between adjacent panels up to foam tape (over spray)

Mask glass opening

Mask / protect grille radiator opening (over spray)

Retrieve accurate color information, including paint chip

Tinted clear as required by paint manufactures color formula

Any component clear coated as a separate procedure

Any operation previously excluded in "Refinish Time
Premise" and/or "Basic Color Coat Application" groups

Flash/wait time between material applications

Material costs

Test spray-out panel

Tint clear coat to achieve color match

 

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Footnotes found in a chapter contain vehicle-specific information. The content of footnotes is in addition to, and takes precedence over, information in the Guide to Estimating pages for the operation indicated.

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