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Removing Lower Gusset Plate

Fig 1: Lower Gusset Plate Component Location
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Information 

Drill out spotwelds A  through two plate thicknesses.

  1. Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill  .
    Fig 2: Identifying Spotwelds On Lower Gusset Plate (1 Of 3)
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    Fig 3: Identifying Spotwelds On Lower Gusset Plate (2 Of 3)
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    Fig 4: Identifying Spotwelds On Lower Gusset Plate (3 Of 3)
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  2. Grind down MIG seams.
    Fig 5: Identifying MIG Seams On Lower Gusset Plate
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  3. Heat up connection areas using a hot-air gun.
    Fig 6: Identifying Connection Areas Of Lower Gusset Plate
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  4. Remove lower gusset plate.