Dave Brinkley

Dave Brinkley works for I-CAR as an in-shop knowledge assessor and instructor. He has worked in the collision repair industry for more than 35 years, working as a technician, manager and insurance appraiser. He's the founder of CR Tools LLC, a development and consulting company for collision repair tools. Connect with Dave on LinkedIN or Facebook. 

Welding Respirator Used While Wearing A Helmet
The long-term effects of good health and safety practices.
April 28, 2022
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The 20-minute estimate days are over, and research will be the driving force to determine if repair or replacement are appropriate.
Research is the driving force behind the decision to repair or replace
March 1, 2022
Why they need to be done for every repair
Jan. 14, 2022
Dave Brinkley
Here is a close-up of structural foam installed by the OEM during manufacturing.
The most important aspect of the word “impact” is how a repair will result in a subsequent impact.
Oct. 31, 2021