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Auto Body Dent Repair - Avoiding Sanding Mistakes To Ensure A Smooth Fix

If you notice several small dents along the exterior body of your vehicle, then you may be tempted to repair the damage yourself. If dents are relatively large, then it is best to work with an experienced auto body repair shop, or you may not retain the right curvature across the repair. However, you can try your hand at fixing smaller dents, which will require you to sand, fill, and paint the damage. Read More 

3 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Forklift

A forklift is a serious investment, costing anywhere between $15,000 and $100,000. If your company is investing in a forklift, you want to ensure that it is a workhorse for your company for years. To get you started, here are three tips to help extend the life of your forklift and potentially avoid costly repairs. Go Paperless  For decades, heavy equipment maintenance consisted essentially of periodically checking off list on a clipboard every few weeks. Read More 

Painting Plastic Auto Parts: Mistakes People Make When Restoring Older Cars

When restoring older cars, you will probably need to consider repainting different parts. While metal paintwork is often a significant part of a restoration project, you will also often need to paint plastic parts, especially on the doors and bumpers. If you need to paint plastic parts, make sure you get the result you want and avoid the following common restoration mistakes. Treating all plastic parts the same Auto manufacturers commonly use two types of plastic for car parts. Read More 

How To Improve RV Fuel Mileage With Body Repairs And Upgrades

Whether you only take your motor home out on nice summer weekends or live full time in a Class A RV, you're still going to spend more than necessary when getting low fuel mileage. Before you invest in a brand new model to save a little more during each trip, see if you can bump your miles per gallon up with a few improvements instead. Learn more information on how a team of RV body work and collision technicians could transform your current RV into a more fuel friendly vehicle no matter what type of fuel it uses. Read More 

2 Less Common Reasons For Condensation Inside RVs

Ah… spending time in an RV can be so relaxing and enjoyable… until you realize you have a condensation problem. It can be a bit annoying to not be able to see out of your windows and to watch water droplets drip down your walls. It's a problem that is common in RVs, but one that should be investigated and fixed. Common causes of condensation include showering, cooking, breathing and sweating, but there are other issues that could cause condensation. Read More