Body Tools
This hammer is used to shape and smooth sheet metal.
What is a body hammer?
What is the first step before applying paint?
What is sanding or surface prep?)
What does "R&I" stand for on an estimate?
(What is Remove and Install?)
What type of frame is commonly found on trucks?
What is a ladder frame?)
What color is typically used for flammable material labels?
(What is red?)
This tool is used to remove small dents without repainting.
What is a PDR tool?
What kind of paint uses a catalyst or hardener?
(What is a 2K paint?)
Who typically writes the initial insurance estimate?
What is the insurance adjuster?)
What does the term “unibody” mean?
What is a body and frame integrated as one unit?)
This item must always be worn when sanding or painting.
(What is a respirator?)
A dolly is used with this tool to remove dents
(What is a hammer?)
What is a basecoat/clearcoat system?
(A two-stage paint system)
What is a supplement in estimating?
(An additional cost after the initial estimate
What machine is used to measure frame alignment?
(What is a Tram gauge or laser measuring system?)
Name one OSHA-required PPE for paint booth
(What is gloves/goggles/respirator?)
This file is used to remove paint or rust from surfaces.
What is a body file?
What causes “orange peel” in a paint job
Poor spraying technique
What does “total loss” mean in insurance?
Repairs cost more than vehicle value)
What is a pinch weld
(A reinforced seam used to support lifting and structural strength
What is the first thing to do in any shop accident?
(What is report to Instructor
This is used to measure gaps and panel alignment.
What is a thickness gauge
What is featheredge blending?
(Sanding the edges of old paint to blend with new)
What is depreciation in auto claims?
(Loss of value over time factored into settlement)
What does it mean to "pull a frame"?
(Realign structural components using a frame machine)
Name three key parts of a fire safety plan.
(What are fire extinguishers, exit routes, alarms?)