Inner Longitudinal Member Shell On Entry Removal - Ar63.30-S-1164-01E

Model 447, 448 

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1. Expose spot welds on longitudinal member shell (1) and cut out (areas A to F).
2. Remove damaged longitudinal member inner shell (1).

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3. Grind mating surfaces down to bare metal in crosshatched areas and around holes.

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

4. Remove shavings and drill chips.
5. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.