Welcome To West End Autobody Shop - Our Facilities
The Chief Velocity computerized measuring system
We begin with Velocity So your Vehicle Ends up “as good as new”
The Chief Velocity computerized measuring system takes the guesswork out of repairing your vehicle and assures you of picture perfect results. Lasers precisely measure the damage to the frame or unibody of you vehicle. A computer report is then generated using factory specifications to show where the structure is damaged, right down to the millimetre. During and after repairs further measurements are made to ensure your vehicle is repaired exactly to factory specifications.
You Can’t Find This Equipment in JUST Any collision repair shop!
West End Auto Body was the first collision repair shop in Chilliwack to use this precision computerized measuring equipment and continues to be the leader in advanced repair technology. Having the best equipment is part of our commitment to providing you with the best collision service possible!
The Proof is in the Pulling
Our Chief Eze-liner frame rack can straighten the worst of accidents. Five pulling posts, all fully adjustable, allowing us to pull multiple directions simultaneously.
Our exclusive simultaneous multiple pulling method means the collision is actually reversed for the most precise repair possible. Bent sections are straightened, dents disappear and your vehicle is as straight as before the accident. The proof is in the pulling, so when you need collision repair call us first.
Gets You on the Road Faster
An accident, even a minor one can affect your whole vehicle. And sometimes damage isn’t readily apparent to the eye. Using Velocity we’re able to detect all damage to the unibody or frame taking the guess work out of straightening your vehicle. This prevents insurance delays and gets you back on the road fast! From initial estimate to final repair, we’ll handle your vehicle with the utmost attention to precision and detail. At West End Auto Body you can rest assured that your vehicle’s structure will be as good as new!
Downdraft Bake Booths
We welcome all insurance claims and an ICBC Accredited Valet Repair facility, Family Insurance, Canadian Northern Shield, and Intact Insurance. Our equipment is state of the art, our technicians are fully trained and experienced, and our work is fully guaranteed.
i4 Inverter Resistance Spot Welder
We have the best spot welder a collision shop can buy. It perfectly replicates factory welds, and is certified to weld High strength and boron steel. Shops without this equipment simply cannot do all the repairs we can with it.
The i4 Inverter Resistance Spot Welder is designed to handle the difficult-to weld materials such as boron steels and advanced high strength alloys (AHSS). These new metals are rapidly becoming the material of choice among car manufacturers. The i4 includes an OEM programmable feature with detailed repair illustrations and customized weld programs.
'ECO'Ultra Plus 1 Downdraft Paint Booth
Simply the Best.
Ultra Plus 1 is the ultimate downdraft spray. No other spray booth can match the Ultra Plus 1’s levels of production capability, fuel and energy efficiency, contamination control, and ease of operation. Simply put, if your shop will accept nothing but the best, the Ultra Plus 1 is the solution.
Designed to meet the needs of today’s high production waterborne body shops, the ECO Ultra Plus 1 is energy-efficient, ecologically friendly and the solution to waterborne coatings. The ECO Ultra Plus 1 features:
• GFS’ patented Controlled Airflow Ceiling for optimized downdraft airflow
• SmartCure control panel with programmable cure cycles for one-touch operation
• High-Efficiency direct-fired heat system with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and Economy Mode for lowest possible energy usage and maximum fuel conservation
• AdvanceCure Accelerated Airflow System for your optimum performance with low-VOC and waterborne coatings
These features all work together to provide the highest quality finishes, the shortest production times, and the lowest operating costs while achieving ecological responsibility.
ECO' Minimizes Costs to Maximize Profits
Every second of unnecessary power consumption costs you money. Ultra Plus 1’s engineered energy saving features keep your operating costs to a minimum. By utilizing Variable Frequency Drives on the intake and exhaust motors, the Ultra Plus 1 eliminates power consumption spikes when the heat system starts up, and operates at peak efficiencies keeing your booth balanced with optimum airflow. In addition, when the LOGIC control panel automatically switches to the energy-saving ‘Economy Mode’ when the operator in the booth has stopped spraying, a cost savings of up to 60% in power usage and up to 75% in fuel savings is achieved.
Save Energy
GFS ECO is all about reducing energy consumption and providing a ‘green’ solution for the refinish industry. By incorporating the latest in energy-saving technologies, such as VFD’s and SmartCure, as well as our AdvanceCure Accelerated Airflow System for waterborne paints, the Ultra Plus 1 achieves the fastest drying times, the lowest operating costs, with as little environmental impact as possible.
Paintless Dent Repair
Paintless Dent Repair is a collection of techniques for removing minor dents and dings from the body of a motor vehicle. A wide range of damage can be repaired using PDR, getting you and your car back on the road looking as good as new!