The Name's Bond... Adhesive Bond Fargo ND
Is adhesive bonding the right procedure for the job at hand? Is it recommended by the OEM? Until you're sure of the answers to these - and other - vitally important questions, put down the adhesive and step away from the vehicle.
Safelite Auto Glass
(888) 820-2558
1010 Main Ave
Fargo, ND
S.T.H. Automotive Center, Inc.
(701) 281-0300, 001-2004
176 East Main, Unit D
West Fargo, ND
S.T.H. Automotive Center, Inc.
(701) 281-0300, 001-2004
176 East Main, Unit D
West Fargo, ND 58078
Certifications
Blue Seal Certified
Membership Organizations
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
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J W Auto Parts
(701) 893-2886
1304 13th Avenue South, # 2
Fargo, ND
J W Auto Parts
(701) 893-2886
1304 13th Avenue South, # 2
Fargo, ND 58103
Paradise Customs
(701) 235-0095
3130 Fiechtner Drive South
Fargo, ND
Paradise Customs
(701) 235-0095
3130 Fiechtner Drive South
Fargo, ND 58103
Services
Audio and Video Installation
Branick Industries Inc
(701) 281-8888
4245 Main Ave
Fargo, ND
Branick Industries Inc
(701) 281-8888
4245 Main Ave
Fargo, ND 58103
Services
Car Washes, Car Detailing, Tire Shops
Matt's Automotive Service Center
(218) 477-0696, 001-2004
1234 First Avenue North
Moorhead, MN
Matt's Automotive Service Center
(218) 477-0696, 001-2004
1234 First Avenue North
Moorhead, MN 56560
Certifications
Blue Seal Certified
Membership Organizations
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
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Truck Utilities Fargo ND
(701) 241-9411
2770 5th Avenue Southwest
Fargo, ND
Truck Utilities Fargo ND
(701) 241-9411
2770 5th Avenue Southwest
Fargo, ND 58103
Geek Squad
(701) 277-1250
1615 38th Street South
Fargo, ND
Geek Squad
(701) 277-1250
1615 38th Street South
Fargo, ND 58103
Services
Audio and Video Installation
Meineke Car Care Center - Auto Repair
(701) 293-8689
3501 13Th Avenue
Fargo, ND
Meineke Car Care Center - Auto Repair
(701) 293-8689
3501 13Th Avenue
Fargo, ND 58103
Hours
Monday through Friday-7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday-7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Sunday-Closed
Gateway Service Center
(701) 293-6460
330 Main Avenue
Fargo, ND
Gateway Service Center
(701) 293-6460
330 Main Avenue
Fargo, ND 58103
Services
Car Detailing,Fuel Injection Repair,Mobile Auto Repair,Gas Stations,Convenience Stores
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Is adhesive bonding the right procedure for the job at hand? Is it recommended by the OEM? Until you're sure of the answers to these - and other - vitally important questions, put down the adhesive and step away from the vehicle.
By Mike West
5/1/2001
 Adhesive bonding is becoming more prevalent as more car manufacturers use it in the assembly of their automobiles. It makes sense, then, that more and more adhesive producers are arriving on the scene - filling the marketplace with salespeople and advertising that attest to the wondrous abilities of adhesive bonding. But is this repair procedure right for a particular job in your shop? A complete understanding of both the automobile and adhesive manufacturers' recommendations will help you make the right decision. Don't Let History Repeat Itself
I was around in 1963 when plastic filler was just beginning to penetrate the collision repair market. This was truly a revolutionary product. Never mind that it was intended to be used only 1/8-inch thick. Immediately, the use of plastic filler went from the sublime (1/9 inch) to the ridiculous (1/2 inch and even thicker). Butchery and hackery were everywhere, and many car owners became "curbstoners." And the image of our industry suffered from this abuse of a revolutionary product. Make no mistake. I'm not advocating that we stop using plastic filler. I'm just pointing out, from a historical perspective, that the misuse of some products can damage our industry's image... |
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