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Removing The Side Member (Inner) Reinforcement Section

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

  1. Mark and make cut -A-  . > Distance 415 mm 
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    Cut

  2. Loosen the side member (inner) reinforcement section.
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    Steel welding

    1. 2.1  Drill out spotwelds using > V.A.G 1731 - pneumatic spotweld remover, Vario Drill WS 90  .
    2. 2.2  Grind down welded seams.
  3. Remove the side member (inner) reinforcement section.