6. Plug weld accordingly (1).
7. Cut the body lock pillar inner reinforcement in corresponding locations to fit the remaining original panel (1). The sectioning
joint should be trimmed to allow a gap of one-and-one-half-times the metal thickness at the sectioning joint.
8. Create a 50
mm (2
in)backing plate from the unused portion of the service part.
9. Drill 8
mm (5/16
in)along the sectioning cut on the remaining original part. Locate these holes 13
mm (1/2
in)from the
edge of part and spaced 40
mm (1 1/2
in)apart.
10. Prepare all mating surfaces as necessary.
11. Fit the backing plates halfway into the sectioning joints, clamp in place and plug weld to the vehicle.
12. Align the body lock pillar inner reinforcement.
13. Drill 8
mm (5/1
in)holes for plug welding along the edges of the body lock pillar inner reinforcement as noted from the
original panel (1).
14. Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for welding.
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