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Transparent Colors in Audatex  - Some colors may require additional coats of base material or tinting of the primer sealer because they are more transparent than other colors. These additional steps would not be included in the Audatex refinish time and would require a manual line. This can be found in the Audatex DBRM on page 161:
 
"Some colors have been identified by the paint makers as very transparent. These colors may require tinting the primer/sealer or additional coats of base materials to achieve a correct match (hiding). If this is necessary to achieve a visual color match (hiding), any application of base color beyond the third base coat may require an adjustment of the refinish labor and material allowance."


The estimating databases are all intended to be used as a GUIDE ONLY - it is important to remember that the auto body professional performing the repair is in a position to thoroughly inspect, diagnose and identify the methodology and their unique cost of the vehicle damage repair.
 
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