PRE-RELEASE
Front door panel
| Front door panel |
| To remove |
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The outer door panel is folded over the door framework at the back and the top. Grind away the fold so that the outer door panel comes loose.
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| 2. |
Drill out the spot welds.
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Knock the outer door panel loose and lift it away.
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Remove the remaining metal folds inside the door framework by grinding off the welds.
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Align the edges of the door structure and grind clean the door structure.
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| To fit |
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Apply sealant on the impact members, use Terostat 1k-PUR
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Apply adhesive to the front and rear edges of the door framework. Use Teromix 6700.
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Apply weld primer on the lower edge of door structure. Use Teroson Zinc spray.
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Position the new outer door panel, making sure the metal folds are against the door framework. Secure the clamps.
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Spot weld the front edge and underside of the door frame. Tap down and clamp the upper flange on the outer door panel.
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Knock in the metal fold on the rear edge of the door with a hammer. Do not use pliers as they may damage the outside of the door.
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Apply a few seam welds along the rear edge of the door where the old spot welds were located.
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Fit the door in place and check its fit and alignment with the body. Adjust as necessary.
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Wash away surplus welding primer. Welding primer reduces the adhesion of paint, filler and sealant.
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Apply primer to all bare metal surfaces. Use Standox 1K Fullprimer.
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Use Terostat 1K-PUR to seal joints and metal folds.
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Apply anti-corrosion agent to the door after it has been painted.
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