Auto body repair & detailing: Frame repairs, judgement call, definite times


Question
Is there an industry standard for frame repair times?  Is there an estimating program that will estimate frame repair times?

Answer
There are very definite times outlined for replacement of frame sections, replacement of unibody rails/ related parts, measuring, and set up- but true frame pulling and repair is a judgement call on the part of the estimator. Frame repair is also generally charged out at around 5-10 dollars more an hour than the regular body shop labor rate. Bill