4–4 FRONT
6. Set the front panel.
• Grind both sides of the welding section of the front
panel with a sander to remove the paint and ex-
pose the steel plate.
CAUTION: To prevent eye injury, wear goggles or
safety glasses whenever sanding, cutting, or grind-
ing.
• Clamp both the right and left sides with the vise
grips as shown.
• Weld the clamped sections for temporary instal-
lation.
CAUTION: To prevent eye injury and burns when
welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves
and safety shoes.
Fig. 4
NOTE: Make sure that the right and left front panels
are in line with each others.
7. Measure the front compartment diagonally.
• Measure the front compartment diagonally with a
tracking gauge or convex rule as shown to check
it for twisting or bending.
• Temporarily assemble the fender, head lamps
and hood, then check the clearances and level
differences.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
8. Perform the main welding.
• Spot weld the front panel as shown.
CAUTION: To prevent eye injury and burns when
welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves
and safety shoes.
• Perform a trial welding first, and check the weld-
ing condition.
• Increase the number of spot by 20% for areas to
be spot welded.
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