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A look at alternative refrigerants to R-134a - FenderBender and …
WEBFeb 4, 2022 · To date, most auto manufacturers are using the hydro fluoro olefin (HFO) refrigerant R-1234yf as the replacement of choice for R134a. The 2013 Cadillac XTS was the first U.S.made vehicle to use the new refrigerant. With a GWP of 4 (instead of 1,430 for R-134a), R-1234yf is more environmentally friendly.
Mitchell, Snap-on Suing Autel | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBAug. 30, 2021—Mitchell and Snap-on have filed a lawsuit against Autel, according to court documents. The suit alleges Autel improperly obtained and used proprietary diagnostic and repair information. “Autel does not have access to anywhere near the same level of real world repair information. Further, Autel has not invested the years of ...
FinishMaster's Exclusive Brand: SMART - FenderBender and ABRN
WEBJul 1, 2022 · A deeper look at how SMART brings quality, performance, and value together to create a line of premium products. SMART is FinishMaster’s exclusive and trusted brand of associated products.
A look at forward-facing cameras and ADAS - FenderBender and …
WEBMay 1, 2021 · The forward-facing camera is typically found at the top of the middle of the windshield. It is either mounted on or near the rearview mirror, and in some cases is built right into the rearview mirror. This is a convenient, out-of-the-way spot that also allows the camera to “see” clearly without being affected by the elements of the weather.
Body filler best practices | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBJan 1, 2020 · Body filler best practices. Proper surface preparation, careful mixing of the hardener and rosin, and careful sanding are critical to ensure that a body filler patch is undetectable. Plastic body filler – sometimes called putty, mud, or by its original brand name Bondo – has been the filler choice since the 1960s.
Doing the parts profit math | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBAug 28, 2014 · When you calculate the gross profit percentage on that part [$125 (sale) - $100. (cost) divided by $125 (sale)] the gross profit margin percentage is only 20 percent. The number of parts purchased from each vendor will also cause a fluctuation in the gross profit margin. For example, if one week or month …
Don’t be afraid of the yellow plastic | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBAug 19, 2016 · V-grooves in urethane do not need to be very wide; 1/4-inch to 3/8-inch (5mm to 10mm) is sufficient. After removing the plastic with the grinder, sand inside the v-groove and round off the sharp edges with 80 grit sandpaper. It’s a good idea to sandscratch an area at least 1/4-inch on either side of the v …
LKQ Acquires FinishMaster in Deal for Uni-Select Inc.
WEBFeb. 27, 2023—LKQ Corporation has acquired refinishing and coatings distributor Uni-Select Inc. and its FinishMaster subsidiary in a transaction with a total enterprise value of $2.1 billion, the companies announced in a press release. The deal brings together one of the aftermarket's largest parts providers in LKQ and Uni-Select, which ...
State Farm DRP Shops to be Required to use CCC
WEBDec 31, 2020 · The insurance company has given direct repair plan shops a spring deadline to get on the platform. Dec. 31, 2020—State Farm next year will require its Select Service collision repair shops, which are part of its direct repair program, to use CCC. Repairer Driven News first reported the development, which was …
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