Question

all the following are considerations when repairing steel panels except:
a) hammers and dollies should be selected based on panel shape.
b) differing steel strengths can impact repair capabilities.
c) bodylines need more effort to repair due to increased strength.
d) heat should be used on high-strength steels but not on mild steel.

Explanation:

• Option A: Matching hammers/dollies to panel shape is a standard repair consideration for proper manipulation.
• Option B: Steel strength directly affects how easily it can be repaired, so this is a valid consideration.
• Option C: Bodylines often have reinforced or higher-strength sections, requiring more repair effort, making this valid.
• Option D: Heat is typically avoided on high-strength steels (as it can weaken the material) and may be used cautiously on mild steel, which makes this statement incorrect and the exception.

Answer:

D) Heat should be used on high-strength steels but not on mild steel.