Structural components offer additional protection in the event of a collision and require the right parts to work properly. It is common practice in our industry for each vehicle manufacturer to provide “Position Statements” that explain the best methods for repairing their makes and models. In the event of structural...
Why You Should Care That Ford Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair
Wheel reconditioning is a very dangerous practice. Ford is very clear that the company does not approve of any wheel repair that involves reconditioning. If you are not familiar with wheel reconditioning, it is a process of using various tools and methods to try to repair a damaged wheel, instead...
Why Ford Says You Cannot Use Aftermarket Windshields, And Why You Should Care
If you own a Ford and your repair involves installing a new windshield, you only have one approved option- use an OEM Ford windshield, and here is why. Ford and just about every other manufacturer put out “OEM Position Statements” to instruct repair shops on how their engineers want their...