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2.1.3 Riveting in
Preparing new parts
– Fit new part and fix in place.
Note:
Pay attention to opening for windscreen and door panel gap.
– Drill overlap area, 3 x ∅ 2.5 mm.
– Drill A-pillar, 5 x ∅ 2.5 mm and countersink (as substitute for
welded seam).
Caution:
Always heed dimensions for rivet holes. Rivet head must be
flush with panel on account of adhesive bead for windscreen.
– Detach part.
– Enlarge hole in A-pillar, ∅ 4.8 mm.
– Countersink holes in all parts.
– Apply sealing compound at bottom of cast joint.
– Prepare joints for adhesive application.
Note:
Refer to General notes on bonding.
– Apply adhesive.
– Fit part and fix in place.
– Punch flanges.
Note:
Use clamps.
– Fit solid rivets in door frame.
– Set pop rivets in overlap area.
– Set pop rivets in A-pillar.
Audi A8 1994 ➤
Body repairs - Edition 10.1998
46 Rep. Gr.51 - Body - centre
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