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

MODEL 212.0 /1, 218.3 

1. Grind mating surfaces on rear end (1) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

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

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

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