1997/98 Chevrolet Corvette
Collision Repair
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Fig.␣ 3.59 — Install Sectioned Panel to Backing Plates Created From Undamaged SMC
SEC
T
ION
LINE
BOND
BOND
SECTION LINE
SECTION LINE
6
Apply structural adhesive to the backing
plate strips and secure along the section joint
using screws. Remove excess adhesive from
the service part mounting area.
(Refer to
SMC Repair Procedures.)
Important: Use US Chemical and Plastics
82006B System 2000 Structural Adhesive,
a PLIOGRIP
®
adhesive manufactured by
Ashland Chemical Company, or equivalent.
Note the 3 minute working time and 15
minute cure time.
7
Temporarily install the modified service panel
and check for proper fit and alignment.
Important: Use Ashland Chemical Pliogrip
7779/300B adhesive, or equivalent. Notice
the 10-minute working time, and one hour
cure time.
8
Remove service part and apply adhesive to
the extended portion of the mating flange
created from the backing strips, and to the
frame rails, and rear bumper impact bar as
necessary (Fig.␣ 3.59).
9
Install the modified service part and press
down firmly to wet-out the adhesive. Use two
close-end rivets or self-drilling screws in
areas indicated along the bond line to hold
the tub to the rails while adhesive cures.
Note: Use fasteners no longer than 20mm
(3/4 inch) in length.
10
Allow to cure according to adhesive
manufacturer recommendations.
11
After structural adhesive is fully cured, bevel
butt-joint edges to prep for reinforcement
and refinishing of the interior joint.
(Refer to
SMC Repair Procedures.)
12
Apply Goodwrench Structural Bonding
Adhesive (GM P/N 12345726) to the entire
‘joint’ area extending across the cut lines and
across the backer, use tacky mesh tape or an
equivalent reinforcement matting. Allow to
cure as necessary.
(Refer to SMC Repair
Procedures.)
13
Prepare the repair areas as necessary to
resemble OEM appearance.
(Refer to SMC
Repair Procedures.)
14
Refinish repair areas. Do not combine paint
systems. Always refer to paint manufacturer’s
recommendations.
15
Install all related panels and components.
Rear Compartment Panel
