Description and Operation
Aluminum Panel Bonding (Non-Structural)
This information is intended to provide general guidelines for non-structural adhesive bonding of aluminum panels. Panel bonding of aluminum is only
recommended when the panel is originally bonded to the vehicle.
The adhesives listed in this document are known to meet the General Motors specifications and requirements for non-structural bonding of aluminum body
panels.
Bonding procedures in general are applicable only at factory joints.
The use of adhesive to section aluminum panels is not recommended by General Motors.
Rivets, or other mechanical fasteners, may be required in combination with adhesive bonding, if they were used on the original panel, or recommended in the
specific service procedure. The recommended rivets, fasteners, and adhesive should be used with adhesive, when replacing the original panel.
Note:
Always follow the adhesive manufacturer's instructions of application, handling, and curing for the specific product.
Non-Structural Bonding Adhesives for Aluminum Panels
GM Goodwrench®
GMSPO of Canada
Ashland Pliogrip
Structural Adhesives
Crest Industries, Inc. 1–
800–822–4100
Lord Fusor Structural
Adhesive
Product Type
89020330
89020332
7770B
127 EZ
Medium Set
N/A
N/A
7779B
N/A
Fast Set
Canadian applications may use U.S. part numbers. Refer to your GM Dealer Parts Department for the correct part number applications
