Roof 5D: Fitting
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- Grind all the surfaces that are to be welded.
- Apply welding primer to the surfaces that are to be welded.
- Apply sealant between the rear roof member (not the hinge member) and roof panel. Use Terostat 1K-PUR.
- Drill holes for plug welding.
- Position the new roof and fix it with a few welding clamps.
- Spot weld and plug weld the roof and the sheet metal moulding for the upper weatherstrip.
- Seam weld the roof to the A pillars.
- Grind the welds.
- Remove any remaining welding primer. Welding primer reduces adhesion of paint, filler and sealant.
- Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces.
- Seal joints and seams with sealant.
- Apply anti-corrosion agent to the edge of the roof after painting. Use Terotex HV 400 or Mercasol 1.