This best-seller is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand text on collision repair and what it takes to become a certified auto body technician. Everything from the basics of auto construction, tools, welding, sheet metal, and safety to the most advanced topics of estimating, body alignments, panel replacement, and refinishing are covered in a logical, step-by-step approach. This text also focuses on preparing the student for the ASE certification exam. Hand and power tools, service manuals fasteners, surface evaluation, sanding, scuffing, stripping, paint matching, water-based paints and entrepreneurship are among the new topics offered in this text. Features and Benefits: now cross-referenced to ASE Task areas throughout; new four color insert and black/white photo sequences throughout; new competency-based technician's manual accompanies text; technical terms are defined to familiarize the reader with professional jargon necessary for success.
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ISBN UPC: |
9781418073534 |
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Format: |
Book |
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Cover: |
Hardcover |
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Author: |
James E Duffy |
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Copyright: |
2009 |
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Length: |
1056 pages |