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The Repair of Vehicle Bodies
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Andrew Livesey Alan Robinson

The Repair of Vehicle Bodies

Andrew Livesey,  Alan Robinson

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English
Routledge
29 August 2018
Automotive (motor mechanic) skills
The revised and updated seventh edition of this best-selling reference manual on vehicle body repair brings the book up to date for the current body repair trade. It serves as a comprehensive guide covering the vocationally related qualification (VRQ) required by the modern student and apprentice, as well as providing the CPD essential for all working professionals.

The entire book is overhauled to reflect current industry trends with regards to materials, processes and procedures. New additions include:

An entirely new section on the work of the MET technician (mechanical, electrical and trim)

New developments in body repair methodology such as repair pods and the greater use of alignment equipment

Greater emphasis on the environment with new sections on hybrid vehicles and the hazards of starting current vehicles with high levels of technology

Details on both the historic and the current joining methods for the vintage and modern markets

Full coverage on the legalities surrounding insurance work for bodyshop staff

Updated tables and illustrations

This book not only provides the knowledge and skills for body repair, it helps to develop a real understanding of the how and why behind this information. It will be essential for anyone studying Levels 1-3 Vehicle Body Repair, Vehicle Refinishing and MET courses, including the new apprenticeships and technical certificates from the IMI, Pearson-BTEC and C&G. HNC and degree Automotive Engineering students will find the text valuable to develop skills and knowledge for practical project work. Industry professionals, vehicle restorers and car DIY enthusiasts will continue to find it an essential and comprehensive source of information.
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Imprint:   Routledge
Country of Publication:   United States
Edition:   7th edition
Dimensions:   Height: 246mm,  Width: 174mm, 
Weight:   453g
ISBN:   9780815378709
ISBN 10:   081537870X
Pages:   530
Publication Date:  
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Undergraduate ,  Primary
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Andrew Livesey served a full apprenticeship in the motor industry before going to the University of Manchester as a mature student: he is a Fellow of the Institute of the Motor Industry and Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He also runs an independent Engineering Consultancy in Kent and teaches part time. He is former Head of Motorsport at Oxford Brookes University, has worked for McLaren and has run a company building race and rally cars. 　 The late Alan Robinson was formerly Section Leader for Vehicle Bodywork and Vehicle Body Repair, as well as Course Coordinator for CGLI 398 Vehicle Body Competencies and CGLI 385 Vehicle Bodywork at Gateshead College.

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