Prepare Rear CROSSMEMBER For Soft-Top Compartment - Ar64.20-P-1150-02LCA

Model 217.4 

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1. Mark separating points on rear upper crossmember for soft top compartment top section (1.1) and cut (area D).

   Transfer separation points from vehicle.

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2. Grind mating surfaces on rear upper crossmember for soft top compartment top section (1.1) and rear upper crossmember for soft top compartment bottom section (1.2) down to bare metal in crosshatched areas.

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

3. Remove grinding dust.
4. Coat insides of spot weld flanges with zinc dust paint.