Removing Gusset Plate

Fig 1: Gusset Plate Component Location

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Installation position of gusset plate

1. Grind down welded seams.

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   Removing closing element

2. Unscrew self-tapping screws.

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   Unscrewing self-tapping screws

3. Drill out spotwelds.

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   Drilling out spotwelds

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   Drilling out spotwelds

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   Drilling out spotwelds

4. Grind down welded seams.

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   Grinding down welded seams

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   Grinding down welded seams

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   Grinding down welded seams

5. Heat bonding surfaces -yellow-  .

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   Heating bonding surfaces

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   Heating bonding surfaces

6. Remove gusset plate.