Preparing new part

• Adjust the new parts in combination with the tail panel to fit and secure.
  NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.
• Prepare the area (1) for joining by welding.

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• Prepare areas (1) for joining by welding.

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• Prepare areas (1) for joining by welding.

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• Prepare areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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• Prepare areas (1) and (2) for joining by welding.

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Replacing the coarse thread bolt and threaded weld bolt (steel surface) 

• Replace the coarse thread bolt (1) and the threaded weld bolt (2).

  Parts:  Coarse thread bolt, threaded weld bolt

  Take the number and position from the component to be replaced or the add-ons.

• Weld coarse thread bolt (1) and threaded weld bolt (2) onto the new part.

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Check ground pins and replace if necessary 

• Check the ground pins (1) for stability and replace if necessary.

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