AkzoNobel Announces 2012 Recipients of Most Influential Women in Collision Repair Industry Award
May 17th, 2012
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas (A&AC) has announced the recipients of the 2012 Most Influential Women in the Collision Repair Industry (MIW) award. The by-invitation-only awards program, which occurs annually, will be held on July 19, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas in conjunction with the I-CAR Inter-Industry Conference and Collision Industry Conference (CIC) events.
The 2012 MIW award recipients follow in the footsteps of past honorees holding leadership positions within the industry association, shop operation and service sectors of the U.S. and Canadian collision repair industry. They were selected for their contributions to the organizations they represent, the collision industry at large and their respective communities. They are:
• Kim Parsons – president, Automotive Collision Technologies Inc. – Randallstown, Md.
• Catherine Mills – executive director, Florida Autobody Collision Alliance – Orange Park, Fla.
• Kim Roberts – manager, Fix Auto – Barrie, Ontario
“The collision repair industry’s collective strength, image and long-term sustainability is dependent on individuals who have a passion, a vision and a vested interest in its future,” said Margret Kleinsman, general manager for AkzoNobel A&AC Americas. “The leaders we’re honoring with this prestigious award all share these qualities and are among the top tier of those who continue to make this a vital industry.”
The MIW program was established in 1998 by AkzoNobel to both recognize and promote the contributions of key leaders representing a valuable resource pool for the collision repair industry. The MIW program also enables scholarships, administered through I-CAR, to be provided to deserving women seeking to advance their education and pursue career opportunities within the collision repair industry. Over MIW’s 14-year history, 69 women have received MIW awards.
Classic Car Restoration
May 9th, 2012
With summer almost here local and regional car shows are starting again. It’s a great way to meet others interested in the same hobby and see amazing classic cars and hot rods. If your car has picked up a couple dents or scratches, or you just need that shine brought back G & R Body & Paint is your best bet in Sacramento.
G&R Body & Paint has earned its reputation as one of the top auto body and painting shops in the Sacramento area because we love cars and the customers who own them. We’ve repaired and finished thousands of vehicles since 1969; more than a few of them have been a classic car or truck just like yours.
G&R Body & Paint doesn’t do complete auto restorations. There are many reputable restoration specialists in the Sacramento area who will rebuild your classic car’s engine or restore the interior upholstery.
We concentrate on what we do best – providing the finest precision body work, refinishing and auto paint services you’ll find anywhere.
Contact G & R Body & Paint today to get your classic car or hot rod ready for summer.
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4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
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The 10 Commandments Of Auto Repair
May 2nd, 2012
- Thou shalt not place any essential portion of thy anatomy beneath a car that is not properly supported with jack stands or blocks.
- Thou shalt not work on any part of the starting or charging system without first disconnecting the battery.
- Thou shalt suffer no flame or spark near the battery or the fuel system.
- Thou shalt forsake the open end of the wrench, and whenever possible to use always the box end upon thy nuts and thy bolts.
- Thou shalt always securely block the wheels of the car before starting work, lest thee run thyself over with thine own car.
- Thou shalt never lose thy temper or thy patience. Remember: “Act in haste and you will repent at your leisure.”
- Thou shalt always exercise extreme care when opening thy radiator, lest thee parboil thyself or some innocent bystander.
- Thou shalt clean up any and all of the fluids that thy auto may emit, lest they ignite or poison thy pet, thy child, thy soil or thy groundwater.
- Thou shalt always place thy car’s transmission in Park or Neutral before commencing work.
- Thou shalt never forget the laws of ASSUME, K.I.S.S., and Murphy and never blame another person for thine own errors.
Tips To Improve Gas Mileage
April 25th, 2012
With gas prices the way they are and summer coming, most of us are wondering how much traveling we’re going to be able to do. Check out these tips to improve your gas mileage.
Get a tune up to make sure your car is running properly. You can check the owner’s manual for maintenance schedules.
Keep your tires inflated to the manufacturers recommended pressure.
Follow the recommended oil change schedule and use the recommended grade of oil for your vehicle.
Make sure your air filter is clean.
Keep your tires properly aligned.
If you are going to be idling for than a minute or two turn the car off.
Following these tips is an easy way to make sure car lasts longer and also improves your gas mileage. For any questions about this article and all paint and body needs contact G & R Body and Paint at:
4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
info@grbodyshop.com
With gas prices the way they are and summer coming, most of us are wondering how much traveling we’re going to be able to do. Check out these tips to improve your gas mileage.
Get a tune up to make sure your car is running properly. You can check the owner’s manual for maintenance schedules.
Keep your tires inflated to the manufacturers recommended pressure.
Follow the recommended oil change schedule and use the recommended grade of oil for your vehicle.
Make sure your air filter is clean.
Keep your tires properly aligned.
If you are going to be idling for than a minute or two turn the car off.
Following these tips is an easy way to make sure car lasts longer and also improves your gas mileage. For any questions about this article and all paint and body needs contact G & R Body and Paint at:
4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
info@grbodyshop.com
Potholes Are Wreaking Havoc
April 24th, 2012
You’re driving down the road, nice and easy and boom! Your car shakes, drinks spill and the steering wheel jerks around. No not a car accident, a pothole! They are everywhere. This can cause damage to the body of your car, paint chips, dents and mechanical damage also.
Potholes appear all over our streets and happen when there is repeated instances of freezing and thawing, hot and cold, and when it rains and dries out.
Potholes can cause blow outs but also damage the steel belts of a tire that result in bulges and reduce the integrity and safety of tires.
Following these steps can reduce tire damage, paint and body damage, and reduce mechanical damage to your car or truck.
The more room you leave between you and the car in front of you the more likely it is that you will see the pothole and have time to get around it or slow down.
Don’t swerve to avoid potholes! This can cause accidents and cause more damage that pothole.
Keep your tires inflated to the proper level recommended by the manufacturer, this will lower the chance of a blow out.
Make mental notes of the potholes on roads that you drive on often.
If you have hit a pothole and your vehicle has suffered damage and for all other body and paint needs contact G & R Body and Paint at:
4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
info@grbodyshop.com
Headlight Importance
April 17th, 2012
The headlights of your car or truck are hands down one of the most important features. If your lights are not functioning properly it makes it difficult for others to see you, but more importantly makes it difficult for you the driver to see what is happening in front and around your vehicle. Headlights are also required by law to be in good working order.
Fortunately for today’s driver’s headlight technology has vastly improved. Headlights used to be made of basic parts but thanks to technological advancements, bulbs are now stronger, brighter and last for many years. However headlights still go out, due to accidents, longevity of use, or seemingly just because. This is not a repair you want to hold off on though. The sooner you get new headlights, the better off you will be.
At G&R Body and Paint Shop, located in Sacramento, we can make your car or truck just like new again with our experienced auto collision repair, paint, dent removal, and glass replacement technicians. Contact us today!
4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
info@grbodyshop.com
Body Shop Terms # 9
April 10th, 2012
Our last collection of auto body terms and definitions. We hope you have found them enjoyable.
U.V. Absorbers: Chemicals added to paint to absorb Ultraviolet radiation present in sunlight.
Ultra violet light: That portion of the spectrum which is largely responsible for the degradation of paint films. Invisible to the eye, causes sunburn.
Undercoats: A first coat; primer, sealer or surfacer.
Unibody: The structural support found in most late model vehicles.
VIN: Acronym for Vehicle Identification Number. This is a unique number that identifies your vehicle. Although its primary purpose is to identify your vehicle, it often contains important information concerning the equipment and options that were installed on your vehicle at the factory. This information allows the Repair Center to order the correct parts for your vehicle. Any professional estimate or Repair Order will have this number on it.
Contact G & R Body & Paint for all your auto body needs.
PH: 916-731-8203 4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
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KCRA 3 A List Vote For Us!!
April 9th, 2012
Hey everyone we are up for the KCRA 3 A-List, competing for “Best Body Shop”. Remember to vote for us! There are also great deals for voters! You can vote for us here http://kcra.cityvoter.com/g-r-body-and-paint-shop/biz/75857 Thank you from everyone at G & R Body & Paint.
KCRA 3 A-List
April 4th, 2012
Hey everyone we are up for the KCRA 3 A-List, competing for “Best Body Shop”. Remember to vote for us! There is also great deals for voters! You can vote for us here http://kcra.cityvoter.com/g-r-body-and-paint-shop/biz/75857 Thank you from everyone at G & R Body & Paint.
Body Shop Terms # 8
April 2nd, 2012
We are nearing the end of our Body Shop Terms postings, only two more to go. We hope you have found them interesting and educational. Remember to contact G & R Body & Paint with any questions relating to these postings.
PH: 916-731-8203 4220 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820
FX: 916.731.4736
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Tack rag: Cotton fabric, such as cheesecloth, lightly impregnated with a resin, used to remove dust from a surface after rubbing down and prior to further painting. Tack rags should be stored in an airtight container to conserve their tackiness.
Tape marking: The imprint caused by applying masking tape on to a newly-applied paint film before it has time to harden.
Thinner: A blend of volatile organic solvents added to the paint to reduce it to the correct viscosity for application.
Three coat color: A topcoat color which consists of 3 parts, a base-coat, a mid-coat and a clear.
Alternate Term(s): Tri-coat
Tint and blend: The process of mixing toners to match the existing paint finish, then blending or overlapping the color into the adjacent panel to avoid color match problems.
Tinter: Any colored pigment or paint mixture used to make small adjustments in color, or to the mix the color in the first place from a mixing scheme.
Alternate Term(s): Base color
Top coat: The final layers of a coating system whose role is primarily decorative. However the topcoat often imparts protection to ultra violet light present in sunlight.
Touch-up: A localized repair usually confined to the smallest area possible (for example, repairs due to stone chips damage).
Two-pack: A paint or lacquer supplied in two parts which must be mixed together in the correct proportions before use. The mixture will then remain usable for a limited period only.