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Back-To-Basics: Comparative Measuring
I-CAR · April 22, 2019
Summary
This article highlights the importance of comparative measuring to identify vehicle damage by comparing damaged areas to undamaged, symmetrical areas of the vehicle. It emphasizes using tools like tram gauges and 3D measuring equipment, especially when OEM or equipment manufacturer measurement data is unavailable.
What to do on the job
Use tram gauges or 3D measuring equipment to compare damaged points against the undamaged side of the vehicle, while verifying if any side-to-side differences are due to damage or designed asymmetry.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the time and necessity of performing comparative measurements, especially when official OEM or 3D measuring database dimensions are unavailable for specific vehicle points or closure openings.
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