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Removing Centre Side Member

Information 

Only make cuts in the top plate. Make sure not to damage the plate underneath when doing this.

Information 

Mark cuts B, C and D  in accordance with the new part. Make sure to leave an overlap of approx. 3 cm with respect to the body.

Fig 1: Identifying Centre Side Member
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  1. Drill out spotwelds using spotweld drill  .
    Fig 2: Identifying Centre Side Member
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  2. Heat bonding areas.
    1. 2.1. Bend up edge of wheel arch -A-  .
    2. 2.2. Remove center side member.
      Fig 3: Identifying Side Member
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