1997/98 Chevrolet Corvette
Collision Repair
3-21
Windshield Frame Assembly
Fig.␣ 3.42 — Install Adhesive to Windshield Frame
for Upper Plenum Installation
Important: Use US Chemical and Plastics
82007B System 2000 Structural Adhesive,
a PLIOGRIP
®
adhesive manufactured by
Ashland Chemical Company, or equivalent.
Note the 30 minute working time and 2.5
to 3 hour cure time.
6
Apply adhesive to the area that the cross-car
brace bonds to the center tunnel assembly,
and install brace and bolt into place.
7
Attach all instrument panel supports to the
windshield frame assembly service part.
8
Apply adhesive to the upper plenum and
install using close-end rivets in factory
locations, to hold in place while adhesive
cures (Fig.␣ 3.42).
Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to
GM P/N 4901 Refinish Manual for
recommended products.
9
Apply approved anti-corrosion primer. Do
not combine paint systems. Always refer to
paint manufacturer’s recommendations.
10
Install all related panels and components.