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Install And Weld In Outer Side Longitudinal Member - Ar63.30-P-1050-03SRC

Model 453.3/4 

Shown on model 453.4 

  1. Install outer side longitudinal member (1), fit.
    Fig 1: Locating Areas A, B, C, D & E
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  2. Remove outer side longitudinal member (1).
  3. Apply 2-component adhesive in crosshatched areas on body (area C).

    IMPORTANT Observe pretreatment of bonding surfaces. Observe manufacturer's specifications for drying and processing time of adhesive.

  4. Install outer side longitudinal member (1), fit and fix in place.
  5. Outer side longitudinal member (1) POLARIZATION RESISTANCE SINGLE-ROW SPOT WELD (areas D and E).
  6. Outer side longitudinal member (1) SHIELDED GAS SEAM WELD (areas A and B).

    IMPORTANT Inert gas weld in intervals and allow welding area to cool down in between. Reduces heat distortion.