Butler Collision Repair Network

Weldless Car Repair - Structural Repairs Without Welding - New Car Techn...

2012-01-06T08:12:00.000-08:00

Dent Repair: Using Compressed Air and Hair Dryer - Does That Really Work...

2012-01-03T09:50:00.000-08:00

2011-12-01T06:39:00.000-08:00

The final coat of primer is sprayed.

2011-12-01T06:35:00.000-08:00

the dodge dakota is ready to be final sanded and washed, then moved to the paint both for paint.

Interview With Auto Body Shop Owner, Patrick Sampoll - Where Are They Now

2011-11-30T19:03:00.000-08:00

You can also listen to the podcast...

http://EliteAutoBodyKS.com - This is a video podcast with Patrick Sampoll, Elite Auto Body. Patrick attended and completed the automotive and collision repair programs at Butler Community College. Now he owns and operates his own business. Patrick tells us a little about his business, the challenges he faces, and a bit of advice for students that are currently training or considering the collision repair industry as a career pathway.

left bedside

2011-11-30T10:37:00.000-08:00

Making final repairs on lows found after priming. The lows will be repaired and the final coat of primer will be sprayes.

backs of doors

2011-11-30T07:26:00.000-08:00

After all the jambs and doors were completed the paint job should be downhill from here, for the most part.

painting jambs

2011-11-30T07:02:00.000-08:00

After the doors are clean and scuffed tape them off and there ready for paint. I decided to use water borne paint, 3 coats of jet black for the base coat using an air dryer between coats. Then two coats of jc6700 clear with 15 minutes of flash time between coats.

jamb prep

2011-11-30T06:56:00.000-08:00

First the jambs were cleaned with soap and water. Next, scuffed with a red scuff pad, then cleaned with wax and grease remover

2011-11-30T06:50:00.000-08:00

To change the entire color of the truck to black we had to gut the doors and take them off to paint the jambs and backs of the doors. the rubber moldings and plugs had to be removed also.

Chandler's Truck

2011-11-30T06:17:00.000-08:00

Chandler's Truck Bed Primed

01 ford restoration

2011-11-30T06:13:00.000-08:00

Loaded with rust we cut away the old for the new panel to be welded in finding a little more rust then we expected. The wheel well was rusted through and needed replaced also. The inside of the bed panel was sprayed with rust control for future protection. I had trim on the new bed side patch panel so it would match up to the gas cap, it was tacked in using a mig welder ground smooth, covered in fiberglass sanded flush then filler. The bedside has no warpage and all the body lines match up

Window Tinting - How To Tint Curved Back Glass Professionally with 3M Film

2011-11-07T17:04:00.000-08:00

class notes for painting a car

2011-10-20T06:17:00.000-07:00

Wash the vehicle

Take necessary parts off the vehicle

Featheredge scratches with 220 -1/4" each layer as deep as the scratch is

Final sand entire panel with 500 grit with interface pad

Blow everything off with compressed air

Wax and grease remove surface

Clean jams and moldings 4 mask prep

Tack rag everything

If the area you fetheredge has a bare metal area smaller than a fifty cent piece use etching primer if larger use two coats of epoxy primer

Two coats of primer surfacer

Befor you sand let surface dry

Put your guide coat on block with 320

Sand guide coat and look for lows, use scuff pad to clean block sander

If u think you are going to have to re-prime use 220

Go over it with 500 DA after 320 if everything looks good

Clean with soapy water clow it off with air blow yourself off so dirt doesnt come of you

Wipe with wax and grease remover. put into booth and mask off

Less folds in your paper better job

Spray withprimer sealer if needed wait flash time usually 15 minutes one coat will be fine

Tack befor pain

Apply base coat. two coats is usually alright depends on the color let flash clearcoat

Ford Pickup Project

2011-10-20T06:16:00.000-07:00

Washing Before Beginning Repair

This step requires to properly clean the surface for beginning repairs.

2011-10-18T10:46:00.000-07:00

This is the lastest update on the 99 Grand Cherokee that I am working on. It was a complete repaint. so i decided to go with the Orange and Black two tone. Today i will be putting clearcoat on it. Stay tuned for updates.

Car Project

2011-10-18T10:23:00.000-07:00

This is one fo the projects that I am working on in class.

2001 Ford Pickup Project

2011-10-18T06:49:00.000-07:00

This is our team project that we are working on in class. Here is a before photo.

Mid Week Auto Collision Repair Blast (3)...Training, News, Videos

2011-10-13T04:29:00.000-07:00

Are you looking for auto body how to videos, collision repair news, and other automotive articles? Be sure to check out this week's Mid Week Auto Collision Repair News Blast!
This week you will learn about:

Weld On Panels
Window Regulators
Windshield Removal and Instalation
Repairing Bird Dropings On Paint Finishes
Collision Repair Scholarships
Car Review
New Bondo Detecting Tool
and 100's of Auto Body How-to and News Videos

To Learn more visit Auto Collision Repair News Blast

MidWeek Auto Collision Repair News Blast

2011-09-29T05:59:00.000-07:00

Back To School Giveaway Winners

The Back To School Giveaway has ended; however, winners are still pending. We e-mailed the two winners to confirm they were a current collision repair student or instructor, but we have not been able to confirm at this time. We are in the process of randomly select new winners. Check back to soon to see if you may be the winner.

New Vo-Tech Student Pricing Announced For RDE Program at 2011 SEMA Show

New in 2011, students of vocational technical schools who are approved to attend SEMA through the SEMA Show Student Program, as well as their chaperones, will be eligible to attend SCRS’ Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series for a significantly discounted rate of $50.00 per student for a full series student pass. The pass allows for the student group to select a presentation in each educational time slot offered by SCRS, including the RDE Headline Presentation by Afterburner, Inc at 5:30pm on Thursday evening. The pricing structure was made possible through coordination between SCRS and the SEMA Education Institute, emphasizing the focus from both organizations on supporting the future of the au- tomotive repair industry. READ MORE

Butler's Collision Repair Program

It's been busy in the collision repair program at Butler. 1st year class showed up to school this semester ready to learn and work.We have studied vehicle construction and now we are studying paint/refinish. They have already grabbed a spray gun and learning how to paint cars. The second year has been busy as well. We've been studying how to remove and replace weld-on panels and structural repair. To learn more visit our class blog at CollisionBlast.com/BCRN

Success in Collision Repair is No Accident at WyoTech in Sacramento

by Allen B. Ury

Benjamin Franklin once famously noted that “nothing in this world is certain except death and taxes.” To this list we could probably add “auto collisions.” Although the number of motor vehicle accidents (and fatalities) have dropped markedly over the past 30 years, there are still approximately 10.2 million car crashes and collisions every year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau 2011 Statistical Abstract.*As long as people continue to damage their cars, there will be a need for people to repair them. READ MORE

Are You Looking For an Auto Body Job?

Visit our job listings with current jobs in the collision repair industry. Visit CollisionBlast.com/Careers

Bolt Tightening Torque Significance

There are thousands of bolts in your vehicle that hold together critical components in your automobile. These components must be fastened together correctly to ensure that your vehicle can perform as safely and flawlessly as it was designed for. Many mechanics and do it yourself repairmen do not correctly follow torque specifications or, sometimes, completely ignore them altogether. READ MORE

Vintage Car Interior - Restoration Tips

The best advice you can give anyone who has decided to take on the project of restoring a vintage car themselves is to begin by restoring their interior first. Your vintage car interior is an aspect of the project where you can do all or most of the work yourself and at home. READ MORE

Why Wax Your Car?

By Ron Haugen Whenever you own a car, you are likely to take a lot of pride in the way that it looks. It is the reason why you are sure to keep it clean of all trash as well as making sure that you clean the outside and inside often. Of course, there are some who start to consider whether they actually need to wax their vehicle. This is still as important today as it was decades ago. It is important to take a look at exactly why it is important so that you will not be tempted to go without it. READ MORE

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Auto Collision Back To School Contest Tool Giveaway For Students Instruc...

2011-09-02T14:57:00.000-07:00

3M Auto Boot Camp - 3M New Automotive Product Overview - DIY Car Enthusiast

2011-07-24T08:04:00.000-07:00

Colliison Blast June Update Newsletter

2011-05-30T07:07:00.000-07:00

We've got a lot of updates and changes to share with you in this update newsletter.
New Website
First of all, if you have not checked out our new website, be sure to check it out. It is a all new look and we are going to be adding topics other than just collision repair career information. Your feedback was useful and as a result, we are going to be posting topics about painting motorcycles, restoration, PDR, and of course our main focus, collision repair career information. Check the site out CollisionBlast.com

Be sure to click the Facebook like button on the articles that you like. The more likes, the more that I will post for that topic.
Podcasts
We introduced our podcast last month Podcasts (in 5 min or less). Now you can listen to each new post, rather than read it. To listen just click on the listen button on the top of the post. If it is an older post it may not work. However, I should work for everything posted from this point forward. Try it out...sounds kinda funky, but it does work!
Videos
Our auto body video page continues to get a lot of views, so if you have not been to it, you may find it interesting or useful.
Navigate New Website
If you have not had the chance to watch the video for how to navigate the website take a minute to watch it.
FUN TRIVIA
Test your car trivia and knowledge with our fun quiz. See if you are an official gear head or not. Car Trivia Quiz
Top Content
What are other people reading on Collision Blast? Check out our top content.

Hot Content
This is what people have read most during the past 60 days.

News Around The Web

South Georgia Technical College highlight a few of their outstanding automotive and collision repair students. Several students receive plaques for a job well done. Read more about SGTC.

This kind of news that is not fun to share, but I would like to offer my condolences to the student that was killed in the shop explosion. Read more.

A Check List For Auto Repair Shops - This is a PDF checklist that will help you comply with environmental, fire, and safety regulations. http://www.newmoa.org/publications/auto/checklst.pdf

Information About the Collision Repair Career. May be useful for instructors. http://fmghttp.iriseducation.org/27/365/32775_Repair_Basics_TG.pdf

Sample Collision Repair Course Outline Template http://www.fileaway.info/Read/_vp.d3d3LnNjb2Uub3Jn_vp..sl_docs.sl_rop.sl_auto.sl_auto-body.pdf

Whether welding, estimating, painting, panel replacement or detailing, the project benefits the students, who can perfect their craft.

Six South San Antonio HS students received certificates from Toyota Texas Student Mentoring Program

on May 17, 2011 after attending the company’s workshop earlier in the month at the Career and Technology Education Center. http://www.southsanisd.net/news.cfm?story=23512

Students Presented With American Flags Flown In Afghanistan

Valdosta - Preao Oaks approached the Automotive Collision Repair program months ago about helping her surprise her husband, Lt. Colonel Derek Oaks. Lt. Colonel Oaks was the squad commander of the 75^th fighter squadron serving in Afghanistan. He had always had a passion for cars and dreamed of owning and restoring a 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. He had located the vehicle to purchase but had not had time to start the restoration process before going overseas.

http://valdostatoday.com/Articles/Community/Students-Presented-With-American-Flags-Flown-In-Afghanistan.html

Tips for Adjusting A Spray Gun - Article on ABRN

http://workshop.search-autoparts.com/_Tips-For-Adjusting-a-Spray-Gun/blog/3670340/31710.html

ABRN HOW2

- ABRN HOW2 TIPS

Tech High program sends girl on a collision course with her dreams

Katelyn Troxler enrolled in the collision repair program at Washington County Technical High School to set herself on the road to the career she has mapped out.

Troxler, 17, a senior from Knoxville, wants to be a field agent with the FBI. To achieve that, she plans to put herself through college with the earnings she’ll make working in collision repair. http://www.herald-mail.com/news/hm-tech-high-program-sends-girl-on-a-collision-course-with-her-dreams-20110523,0,5963858.story

Tips from Raleigh Collision If You Have been Involved In An Accident.

http://www.raleighcollision.com/Raleigh_Collision_Accident_Tips.pdf

Hopkins Center provides new opportunities

Dirty fingernails? No problem.

That's a good attitude for Bethany Lensink to have. After all, the Sioux City Community School senior is the sole female in her auto technology class.

"I guess getting dirty and greasy just comes with their territory," she said, overhauling an engine on a Chevy Impala. "This is fun for me."

http://www.siouxcityjournal.com/special-section/local/education/article_e60e2e33-92b7-51b5-b892-48994284a2b4.html

Jobs - Are You Looking For a Job? Here is a Current List Of Job Openings - Collision Repair Jobs

Quote"If I'd asked my customers what they wanted, they'd have said a faster horse" Henry Ford

TipHave you ever had a problem trying to mask hard things like wiring, racks, rods, etc? Then take for ever to unmask... Use aluminum foil for these items. Takes minimal time to mask and unmask. Give it a try!

Collision Blast May News Update

2011-04-30T13:51:00.000-07:00

It’s that time...time for students graduating high schools and colleges to turn the page in their chapter of life. They will soon be starting a new education or career journey. I would like to congratulate all of the students that are taking the next step, whatever that step may be.

Here is an article to all of the collision repair students, instructors, and potential students.

COLLISION REPAIR CONTEST

You’ve got to enter the Chicago Pneumatic Contest if you haven’t. We’ve had a lot of winner and more to come. CP Tool is giving away tools, shirts and caps, so head on over to enter for free.

Collision Repair Contest

WHAT’S NEW ON COLLISION BLAST

We’ve been up to a lot at Collision Blast. Here are a few things that you want to check out.

Our video page now has videos to Car Warriors, Car Science, and HotRod Tv.

Auto Body TV

Podcast - Quick Tips In 5 Min or Less

Facebook Q&A Discussion

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2010-11-28T16:55:00.000-08:00

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