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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2007 Archives

I-CAR ADDS NEW CHRYSLER PROCEDURE TO ITS ONLINE TRAINING LIBRARY!

I-CAR continues to add to its Online Training library with the introduction of its latest program – the Chrysler 300 Front Lower Rail Partial Replacement procedure. In this procedure, you will learn how to remove and replace a partial front lower rail on a 2005 Chrysler 300. Similar to other vehicle-specific Online Training programs, this program covers multiple model years. Refer to available body repair information to determine which model years are covered by this procedure.

Topics covered in the program include:

  • front lower rail partial replacement procedures.
  • personal safety and vehicle protection.
  • parts identification.
  • adjacent part removal and installation.
  • refinishing steps.

Click here to learn more about this program.

Did you know?

Available 24/7, I-CAR Online Training offers a convenient way to earn ongoing training and keep the Gold Class Professionals designation for your business and Platinum Individual designation for you. It's I-CAR training – right at your fingertips!

I-CAR VOLUNTEER STEVE SAUNDERS - FAITH IN I-CAR TRAINING
I-CAR volunteer Steve Saunders is quick to tell anyone why a training relationship with I-CAR is valuable to him and the business he manages. And his words are quickly followed up by his actions as an I-CAR volunteer.

Saunders is general manager of the Gold Class Professionals designated Faith Quality Auto Body in Murrieta, California. "We pride ourselves on our training relationship with I-CAR; being aligned with the organization has established our credibility as a collision repair facility that is capable of making a complete and safe repair. The kind of relationships I-CAR has built with OEMs and insurance companies are second to none, to stay up on industry knowledge, news, and training we would be foolish not to align ourselves with I-CAR."

Saunders' commitment to I-CAR shows in the time he's devoted to the organization as district chairman for Riverside, California (#0926) and as an I-CAR volunteer. He got his start with I-CAR in 1992 as a district co-chair under the direction of I-CAR program instructor and district chair at the time, Frank Marta at Colonial Auto Body in Temecula, California. Today, Saunders is a district committee chair and actively works to place I-CAR classes all year long in the Riverside and Moreno Valley area.

Saunders also serves as a member of the Gold Class Advisory Committee. "Steve shows a true commitment to the Gold Class Professionals and Platinum Individual programs in his service on the Gold Class Advisory Committee," commented the committee's staff liaison Krista Flanagan. "Steve provides valuable recommendations to staff which help to continually improve the Gold Class and Platinum programs and position them as the industry benchmarks of training."

Saunders is also the proud recipient of the 2006 Founders award for the South Pacific region. A regular sponsor of the I-CAR Education Foundation golf tournament at the I-CAR International Annual Meeting, he is also getting ready to solicit other collision repair facilities to support the Education Foundation and its Mission.

"Steve is a true pleasure to work with and has the can do attitude of a committee chair," said I-CAR South Pacific Regional Manager Lorene Lombardi.

"I try to be consistent and work hard to meet my yearly goals," said Saunders. "I really enjoy the work I’m doing, I love the people and I know Lorene appreciates the work that I do. I don't depend on recognition but its nice when I receive it."

"His hard work and dedication to I-CAR is unmatched," said I-CAR Zone Trainer Mark Torres. "I have worked with Steve since about 1999 and he has never forgotten to order class materials and 99 percent of the time attends a class to help with registration and through all of this he also runs a shop with 50+ employees."

STERLING AUTOBODY CENTER UTILIZES I-CAR MOBILE QUALIFICATION TEST PROGRAM

A Sterling Autobody technician welding during the qualification test.


I-CAR MQT administrator Josh Nelms instructing the students before the test.

Utilizing the I-CAR Mobile Qualification Test (MQT) program, seven Sterling Autobody Center technicians from Libertyville, Illinois successfully completed the Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test on January 17, 2007. The experience was so successful that Sterling Autobody will be utilizing the I-CAR MQT program with other facilities in their network around the country.

Sterling Autobody Centers Training Manager Paul Blaski said, “We intend to utilize the I-CAR MQT in our markets outside of Chicago to further develop the structural skills of our technicians and instill pride in our employees. This initiative further illustrates Sterling Autobody’s commitment to industry excellence and demonstrates our desire to be among the elite repairers in the collision industry.”

Blaski continued, “The January 17 event was a tremendous success with a 100% pass rate by our technicians. While the prep and subsequent testing were hands-on and intensive, our technicians stepped up and performed well under pressure while also earning four I-CAR points each in the process."

I-CAR Qualification Test Program Manager for North American Operations Audie Swedeen said, “I commend Sterling Autobody on utilizing the I-CAR MQT program and having their technicians complete the industry recognized qualification tests.”

If you are interested in bringing the I-CAR MQT truck to your facility, please send your contact information to mqtinfo@i-car.com.

I SUPPORT I-CAR TRAINING BECAUSE...

Ken Loper
"I-CAR consistently produces content that is up-to-date and relevant to the needs of the automotive industry today. I can always count on the fact that the information I-CAR provides has been thoroughly vetted by their team of experts."

Eric Granneman is the manager of Automotive Programs at the Automobile Club of Missouri. He manages AAA's extensive network of Approved Auto Repair facilities in Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and portions of Illinois, Indiana, and Kansas.

WHAT'S YOUR TOP TEN?

Advantage Online

Below is a list of the ten most popular Advantage Online articles searched for technical information.

Ford Provides Weld Bonding Procedure - 04/18/05
This article details two recent bulletins issued by Ford Motor Company on weld bonding procedures using both spot welding and GMA (MIG) welding.

Parking Assist Systems - 04/04/05
This article is an overview of parking assist sensors mounted in the front and rear bumpers of late model SUVs, trucks, wagons, etc. The sensors signal a beep to be emitted when the bumper is within a short range of another object.

Fiber-Optics - 03/07/05
This is an explanation and description of fiber-optic circuits and how some vehicle makers allow repair of these cables. The cables cannot be spliced, but there are repairs allowed.

Wireless Connection Technologies - 02/21/05
This article is an overview of Bluetooth technology that is being introduced to several late-model vehicles enabling someone to use a compatible computer laptop while in the vehicle.

Safe Use Of Ultraviolet-Cured Primer-Surfacers - 02/07/05
This article is an overview of the special safety precautions that must be taken when using UV-cured primer-surfacers that are available today.

Collision Repairs On The All-New Volvo S40/V50 - 01/24/05
Overview of collision repairs to the all-new S40 sedan and V50 wagon by Volvo that is the subject of a program distributed by I-CAR.

A Comprehensive Guide To Full Frame Sectioning - 10/25/04
This article updates a listing in SPS03 on full frame sectioning procedures that are available.

Repairing Hail Damage - 07/19/04
When do you repair hail damage and how do you go about it? When do you just replace a panel that has hail damage? Is it practical to use paintless dent repair?

Vehicle Makers Provide Online Repair Information - 02/02/04
This article lists the web sites that provide vehicle repair information, some of them at a charge and some of them free of charge. Descriptions of what some of the sites offer are also offered. This article is applicable to most I-CAR classes, since OEM information is always desired.

Working with Anti-Theft Radios - 09/15/03
This article points out that several vehicles have anti-theft codes programmed into radios and if the repair facility does not input the code right, the radio will not work when the vehicle is returned to the customer. Several examples of these radios are detailed.

To find this list on your own, go to I-CAR home page at www.i-car.com go to:

  • Click on 'Press' at the bottom of the page.
  • Click on 'Advantage Online' on the left hand side of the page inside the blue column.
  • Click 'Advantage Technical Newsletter Article Search' also on the left hand side of the page inside the blue column Under the 'Advantage Topics' dropdown choose 'Top Ten'.

THE I-CAR EDUCATION FOUNDATION OFFERS ADDITIONAL BENEFIT TO ITS INSTRUCTORS

I-CAR Education FoundationThe I-CAR Education Foundation has enhanced its prop order form so that career and technical school or college instructors can now view props online before ordering.  Props, student consumables, and electrical training boards are available to career and technical schools and colleges to supplement the I-CAR Live curriculum.  Using props helps students to better visualize concepts covered in the training program and provides a better overall learning experience. 

Examples of the available props include:

  • Circuit Boards
  • Digital Volt-Ohm Meters
  • Steel and Aluminum Coupons
  • Steel and Aluminum Welding Gauges
  • Cardboard Rail Props
To view the order form, complete with prop photos, visit www.ed-foundation.org and click on "Forms and Downloads."  Pictures of these props can be viewed by scrolling your mouse over the description titles which appear in red.  Please note that in order to purchase the props, the school must have also purchased the corresponding I-CAR Live program.

REGISTER FOR THE 2007 I-CAR INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING TODAY

2007 I-CAR International Annual MeetingRegister now and join the rest of the collision industry as it meets under the theme, "One Industry, One I-CAR" at the 2007 I-CAR International Annual Meeting.

In an effort to better serve the industry, I-CAR is reconfiguring its annual meeting to recognize I-CAR volunteers and present exciting opportunities to network with other collision industry professionals, attend I-CAR classes, participate in tech clinics, and much, much more. Join industry professionals and their families for the 2007 I-CAR International Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida July 26 – 28 at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate.

Exciting details of this year’s event include:

  • I-CAR Classes
  • Tech Clinics
  • 6th Annual I-CAR Education Foundation Golf Tournament
  • Poolside Welcome Party
  • Spouse Program

Visit www.i-car.com and register now to get the "Early Bird" discount. From the I-CAR homepage, select the I-CAR International Annual Meeting option for more information and to register online.

Mark your calendars now for this sensational event! As additional details of the upcoming event are released, they will be posted online and featured in the I-CAR e-newsletter Training Today.
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