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AUTO BODY REPAIR TECHNOLOGY, Seventh Edition, features extensive new and updated material reflecting the latest automotive technology and current industry best practices. In addition to incorporating current ASE Education Foundation Collision Repair and Refinish Program Standards and Task Lists, this market-leading text provides detailed information on working with hybrid and electric vehicles, using environmentally friendly water-based paints, resistance spot and nitrogen plastic welding and other cutting-edge methods and materials. Celebrated for its clear, reader-friendly explanations and detailed, accurate information, this proven guide also includes abundant full-color photos and illustrations--many new or updated for the Seventh Edition--to make even complex concepts easier to understand and apply. Available supplements include a tech manual with shop assignments and newly updated and expanded job sheets, as well as interactive online resources ideal for today's learners. Providing comprehensive coverage of collision repair--from initial evaluation and estimating, to structural and mechanical repairs, to repainting and refinishing--this trusted guide will help you quickly and confidently learn the skills and procedures you need to succeed as a professional automotive technician.
List of contents
Part I: NON-STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS & DAMAGE REPAIR.
1. Collision Repair Introduction and Careers.
2. Shop Safety.
3. Vehicle Construction Technology.
4. Service Information, Specifications & Measurements.
5. Hand Tools.
6. Power Tools & Equipment.
7. Compressed Air System Technology.
8. Body Shop Materials & Fasteners.
9. Outer Body Panel Service.
10. Door, Roof & Moveable Glass Service.
11. Repairing Sheet Metal.
12. Using Body Filler.
13. Plastic Repair.
14. Passenger Compartment Service.
Part II: WELDING.
15. Welding Technology.
Part III: STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS & DAMAGE REPAIR.
16. Structural Glass Service.
17. Body/Frame Damage Measurement.
18. Unibody/Frame Repair & Realignment.
19. Welded Panel Replacement.
20. Restoring Corrosion Protection.
Part IV: MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL.
21. Chassis Service & Wheel Alignment.
22. Electrical System Operation & Service.
23. Restraint System Operation & Service.
24. Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Service.
Part V: DAMAGE ANALYSIS & ESTIMATING.
25. Damage Analysis & Estimating Service.
Part VI: PAINTING & REFINISHING.
26. Refinishing Equipment.
27. Surface Preparation and Masking.
28. Refinishing Procedures.
29. Color Matching and Custom Painting.
30. Paint Problems and Final Detail.
31. Job Success.
About the author
James E. Duffy has written many of the top-selling automotive education textbooks on the market today. He is also a noted videographer who has produced over 100 vocational/technical video programs. He possesses a B.S. in industrial electronics and a B.S. in technology education from Indiana State University.Jonathan Beaty has 14 years of experience as a Collision Repair Technician in all of the major areas. Mr. Beaty has almost 7 years of experience as a collision repair instructor as well, so he understands the challenges you face in the education side of the field as well as the technical side. He also has an extensive I-CAR training and certification background as well as ASE certifications. This has helped him understand what the collision industry is needing and asking for the most, and bringing it to life in this new edition of the Duffy Auto Body Repair 7th Edition.
Summary
AUTO BODY REPAIR TECHNOLOGY, Seventh Edition, features extensive new and updated material reflecting the latest automotive technology and current industry best practices. In addition to incorporating current ASE Education Foundation Collision Repair and Refinish Program Standards and Task Lists, this market-leading text provides detailed information on working with hybrid and electric vehicles, using environmentally friendly water-based paints, resistance spot and nitrogen plastic welding and other cutting-edge methods and materials. Celebrated for its clear, reader-friendly explanations and detailed, accurate information, this proven guide also includes abundant full-color photos and illustrations--many new or updated for the Seventh Edition--to make even complex concepts easier to understand and apply. Available supplements include a tech manual with shop assignments and newly updated and expanded job sheets, as well as interactive online resources ideal for today’s learners. Providing comprehensive coverage of collision repair--from initial evaluation and estimating, to structural and mechanical repairs, to repainting and refinishing--this trusted guide will help you quickly and confidently learn the skills and procedures you need to succeed as a professional automotive technician.
