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Prepare rear end for welding in - AR64.20-P-1020-02CW

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  1. Grind mating surfaces on rear end down to bare metal in cross-hatched areas using round wire brush.

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

  2. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear End Mating Surfaces
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