3-26
1997/98 Chevrolet Corvette
Collision Repair
Rear Compartment Panel
Fig.␣ 3.55 — Tub Bonding Locations
on Frame Rails
FRT
PIN
LOCATIONS
Fig.␣ 3.56 — Embossed Pins in Tub
that Fit the Rail
— INSTALL OR CONNECT —
1
Remove all original adhesive using suitable
tool. Scuff all bonding surfaces to ensure
proper adhesion.
(Refer to SMC Repair
Procedures.)
2
Clean and prepare all bonding surfaces as
necessary.
(Refer to SMC Repair Procedures.)
Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to
GM P/N 4901 Refinish Manual for
recommended products.
3
Apply approved anti-corrosion primer.
Notice: Do not top-coat any bonding
surface.
4
Temporarily install the tub. The panel must fit
flush with the surface of the rails and impact
bar.
5
Apply a consistent bead of adhesive, 10mm
in diameter to the rail surface as shown in
Fig.␣ 3.55. Apply adhesive to the backside of
the lock pillars, as well as over the fuel filler
neck.
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
Install the tub orienting the frame locating
pins per Fig.␣ 3.56.
Notice: The rear compartment panel is
positioned to the drivers side rail
assembly using two dimples formed in the
bottom surface of the tub (Fig.␣ 3.56).
7
Press down firmly on the entire tub to
wet-out the adhesive. Use six close-end rivets
(GM P/N 9418420, or equivalent), or the six
screws removed in step 3, in areas indicated
along the bond line to hold the tub to the
rails while adhesive cures.
Notice: Use fasteners no longer than
20mm (3/4 inch) in length.
8
Remove any excess adhesive squeeze-out as
necessary.
9
Let adhesive cure according to adhesive
manufacturer recommendations.
10
Install all related panels and components.
(Refer to Rear Compartment Panel Frame
Installation procedures.)