The Complete Guide to Auto Body Repair (Motorbooks Workshop) (Paperback)

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"From tools to materials to techniques, the book takes the reader all the way through the process." --Hotrod & Restoration

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Product Details Paperback: 192 pages Publisher: Motorbooks; 1st edition (August 15, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 0760332789 ISBN-13: 978-0760332788 Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.2 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #38,337 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) #1 in  Books > Nonfiction > Automotive > Repair > Body & Fenders #46 in  Books > History > World > Transportation

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replacement quarter panel, grade masking tape, pinch weld, tail pan, bead roller, masking paper, guide coat, grease remover, body filler, plug welded, plastic spreader, sanding board, door skin, seam sealer, interior door panel, inner door panel, epoxy primer, panel adhesive, blasting media, hat channels, block sanding, die grinder, rubber molding, replacement panel, air chisel

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks; 1st edition (August 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760332789
• ISBN-13: 978-0760332788
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #38,337 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

  Popular in these categories: (What's this?)

  #1 in	Books > Nonfiction > Automotive > Repair > Body & Fenders
  #46 in	Books > History > World > Transportation

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid overview reference, September 2, 2008

By	CashelByron (Minneapolis, MN USA) - See all my reviews

I've been messing around with body work for years as needs require. Self-taught skills are useful but I also like to pick up good references for better techniques and new products. This is a solid, up-to-date, overview reference on body work. If you have experience, it's something to refer to on an as-needed basis. If you're starting a restoration or trying to fix your own car to save money and have no experience, this is an excellent information source. It would also be good for reference if you're paying someone else because you can understand what they're doing. Little things like metal prep and correct sandpaper grits to choose can make a big difference in your results, both in terms of looks and durability.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Keeps you from screwing something expensive up, November 6, 2008

By	David Medsker "Dave Medsker" (Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As owner of RECON Mobile Auto Body and Paint Repair and a twenty year veteran I wanted to browse over techniques and styles of repair and restoration as we were developing the super premium repair and there is info in this book to save you thousands of dollars. Details are important and this will help you know what to look for as you inspect the details in your repair. Highly recommended.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of bodyworks., January 31, 2009

By	Maurice R. Pelletier (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The book covered alot of ground and has helped me understand the basic concepts in body repair.