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Prepare longitudinal member front section - AR62.20-P-1260-05P

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  1. Punch dia. 7 mm holes (areas A, B and C).
  2. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in the cross-hatched areas.

    IMPORTANT Grind spot weld flanges down to bare metal on both sides.

  3. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.
    Fig 1: Identifying Longitudinal Member Front Section Grinding Area & Holes
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