Many of us in Tacoma, WA would prefer not to ever set foot inside a auto body repair shop in Tacoma, WA.  Auto Body repair shops are associated with the thoughts of collision repair in Tacoma, WA.  No one ever plans to need auto body repair, ever.  Sure some of us would love a new paint job in Tacoma, WA, but beyond that, who would want to be in an auto accident?  Nonetheless, vehicle collisions do happen, and Hi-Tech Auto Body & Collision Repair can get your auto, car, truck, or SUV repaired and back on the road.

Auto accidents do happen, whether we are prepared for them or not.  Collision repair in Tacoma, WA is not all equal.  For this reason,  Hi-Tech Auto Body & Collision Repair would like to explain the Tacoma auto body process, and what do expect when dealing with  Hi-Tech Auto Body & Collision Repair for auto body repair in Tacoma.
First off, do not accept the assumption that auto body shops in Tacoma are dirty; on the contrary, a Tacoma collision repair shop should be tidy and well kept.  Modern car repair in Tacoma requires diagnosis with advanced electronics which requires skill, education, and specialized tools.  Auto body repair has changed greatly in the passed decades, keeping up with newer and more complicated vehicles.  This is why any given auto body shop in Tacoma is not the same, and why it is so important to do some research before paying any money.

Any professional paint shop in Tacoma, and any auto body shop in Tacoma, will be proud of their auto repair shop.  The layout, equipment, training of their staff – and most of all their people, all should be examples of the pride that the repair shop puts into their work.

Hi-Tech Auto Body & Collision Repair encourages you to be involved in the auto body repair process, and come take a tour of our facilities. Hi-Tech Auto Body & Collision Repair would be more than honored to give you a tour of our auto body repair shop in Tacoma, and show your our auto body repair capabilities as well as examples of our finished products.

Most people don’t know that pinstriping predates the automobile. Pinstriping is another vestige of the horse and buggy era that has carried over to the car. Pinstriping was an ornamental design for horse and buggy carriages. Pinstriping on cars was frequently done at the factory up until the later 1930′s. The last production automobile to have pinstripes was manufactured by General Motors in the late 1930′s. Custom pinstripes, added after the factory assembly line, started appearing on automobiles in the 1950′s. For those enthusiasts who had muscle or sports cars, frequently referred to as “Hot Rodders,” customizing the appearance of their ride was the last step to complete customization. When all the performance upgrades to your auto such as, camshafts, valves, exhaust, intakes manifold, headers , wheels & tires, the only thing left is apply a custom paint finish to make your auto really stand out.

The most common applications for pinstripes are to paint in two tones: one that accents the primary color of the car or truck, & another, a narrow line, in a tone contrasted with the stripe to make it visible and stand out. For larger vehicles, such as trucks, station wagons, vans, mechanical pinstriping is the easiest method to get good looking pinstripes.

Mechanical pinstriping keeps a fixed width, so that you can get the best alignment on the working surface of your automobile. Magnetic pinstriping uses center grooves to hold paint templates for even more choices for stripe design. Two magnetic strips applied to your car hold the template in place while paint is applied and can also act as a guide for your hand. Obviously magnetic pinstriping is not an choice for cars with a fiberglass body.

Stencil tape is another popular choice for applying pinstriping. Stencil tape comes in several different choices that are suitable for the myriad of designs for car pinstriping. Stencil tape striping uses brushes, and a specialized pinstriping brush is an essential component in a successful project. One of the main advantages to stencil stencil tape is that you can apply different color stripes without waiting several hours the other stripes to dry.

For unrestricted creativity applying pinstripes freehand is the only choice. It is also the most difficult method to master & takes some practice to get right. If you have never done it before, you may want to try a couple practice stripes on some scrap metal or wood. For newbies, the simplest way for a freehand striping is to apply a strip of masking tape down approximately a quarter inch from where you want the finished line to be, & then use this tape as visual guiding for your stripes. Household masking tape will allow paint to bleed through, whatever you do, don’t make the mistake of using ordinary masking tape. Auto body masking tape can be purchased from any auto supply store.

Any method that you use will give your car a distinct look that is uniquely yours. Practice makes perfect, just like anything else worth doing right. Patience is elementary when painting anything. Don’t hurry through or try & take shortcuts. Don’t attempt to pinstripe your vehicle without proper equipment & tools, painting errors are costly to correct & take time. Exceptional results make pinstriping your car, truck, or van uniquely yours.

Hi-Tech Collision proudly serves greater Tacoma, WA with…

Tacoma Motorcycle Repair and Motorcycle Maintenance!

Hi Tech Collision and Auto Body has ASE certified motorcycle mechanics on staff. Our expert level technicians will make sure your bike is mechanically sound and in optimum condition. We always ensure that our work is of the highest quality, making sure that your motorcycle is repaired and tuned to its full extent.

Our motorcycle services include:
• Motorcycle Repair
• Motorcycle Maintenance
• Motorcycle Tuning
• Motorcycle Customization
• Motorcycle Paint Job

Please do not hesitate if you have any question regarding your motorcycle! Hi Tech Collision will be happy to answer any questions that you may have about your motorcycle repair or motorcycle maintenance!

At Hi-Tech Collision, we will always treats your vehicle as if it was our own…

Tacoma ASE certified master car mechanics that you can trust!

Hi-Tech Collision has a dedicated team of trained technicians who have serviced thousands of cars, trucks, SUVs, and utility vehicles in our state of the art repair facilities. We wouldn’t be so bold to say that we have seen it all — but we are pretty close! Our Tacoma ASE certified mechanics are skilled in all types of automotive repairs, whether it be for a truck, car, quad / ATV, motorcycles, utility vehicles… you name it!

Here are just a few of our Automotive Mechanical Repair Services in Tacoma WA:

• Auto Wipers and Battery Replacement
• Auto Glass Replacement
• Auto Head Lamp Alignment
• Installing Original Factory Auto Parts
• Installing Custom and Aftermarket Certified Auto Parts
• Computerized Auto Body Frame Straightening

Please do not hesitate to give us a call and get a free quote today! Our skilled car mechanics will take the time to diagnose and explain any problems and solutions related to your vehicle.

Industry’s Best Nationwide Warranty!

Wherever you go, your warranty goes.

Some places say they guarantee their work – we put it in writing. Only CARSTAR covers you across both the U.S. and Canada. And with stores in more than 390 locations, chances are you’ll always be near one.

How long does the warranty last? A full lifetime with the store that works on your vehicle. Should you experience any problem whatsoever with our repairs during normal vehicle use, just bring it back and your warranty covers everything.

Of course, life has a way of taking you places, and we’ll be right there with you when it does. If you move to a new city or happen to be traveling, you’re still covered at any nationwide CARSTAR store for five years. Best of all, if by chance there is no CARSTAR nearby, we’ll find a convenient and quality store to honor your warranty. Try finding another collision repair company that goes that extra mile.

FAQ

Am I required to return to the original CARSTAR store that repaired my car to have the warranty work done?

If you live within a 50-mile radius of the issuing store, you must have any warranty claim serviced at that location. Outside of that radius, you should call 866-579-4337 for the store nearest to you.

How do I file a warranty claim?

Simply bring your warranty and repair receipt to any CARSTAR store and they will handle the rest.

What is NOT covered by the warranty?

The warranty covers the specific itemized repair provided by your CARSTAR store, including labor and materials. The warranty does not include:

• Parts
• Defects resulting from misuse or lack of proper maintenance
• Normal wear and tear, element exposure and extreme environmental damages
• Repair/replacement of tires, batteries, electrical parts, wiper blades, oils, lubricants or mechanical parts
• Alignment after 90 days
• Rust repairs

Will I incur any additional costs if I file a warranty claim?

No. All you need to do is bring your warranty and repair receipt to any CARSTAR store for service. The work will be performed free of charge.

To better serve our customers we offer web services which allow you to view the progress of your auto body repair.  Once you login to the service you will be able to see photos of your vehicle as it is being repaired.  In addition, you will be able to view your vehicles estimated repair completion date and other details about your vehicles auto body repairs.

With CARSTAR VISION you see your auto repair online.

• Pictures of your vehicle repair are updated daily
• Track the repair status and completion date
• Receive messages from your mechanic
• Ask questions and send comments

If you are an Esurance Customer please visit the Esurance website for more details.