The Repair of Vehicle Bodies, Fifth Edition

Define the terms 'primary damage' and 'secondary damage'.
Explain the theory of collapsing metal panels when they are involved in collision.
Define the terms 'visible damage' and 'concealed damage'.
Define the term 'direction of damage'.
Describe what is meant by direct damage to metal panels.
With the aid of a sketch, explain the difference between a single- and a double-crowned panel surface.
Use a sketch to explain the principle of the Mitek system.
Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the principle of the Korek system.
State two advantages of Dozer equipment when used in repair.
Describe how the vector principle is applied in repair work.
With the aid of a sketch, describe pressure areas and tension areas on a damaged panel section.
Explain the basic use of the pulling tower system in the repair of vehicle bodies.
Draw a sketch to show how a Dozer can be used to repair a front end damaged by collision.
What are the comparable advantages of portable and fixed body jigs?
Explain the term 'bracketless jig systems'.
What are the advantages of using bracketless jig systems?
State the procedure to be followed in order to mount a vehicle on a bracket-type jig system.
State the advantages of a dual alignment and repair system.
Explain how the measurement system works on the Dataliner equipment.
How can misalignment of a car body affect the control of the vehicle when it is being driven on the road?
Use a simple sketch to show how the...