PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER User Manual

SECTION 18: BODY
DOB 1300-1556 | X3-45 Commuter PA-1648 Maintenance Manual First release Oct 2020
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12.3.3 Repair Of A Welded Joint
NOTE
In wintertime, condensation and cold
temperature may greatly influ
ence bonding
parameters. Working area must be at a
temperature sufficient to prevent reaching
condensation point. Mechanically preheat
working area (heat lamp or heat gun) or wait
until vehicle reaches room temperature.
1. Using a knife, remove portion of joint to be
repaired.
NOTE
Loss of adhesion may be local. If this is the
case, repair may also be local.
2. Chamfer and re-weld the joint as shown in
section 11.3.2, Section: Welding of Joint
between White Safety Strip and “Tarabus”
Floor Covering.
WARNING
Nozzle is hot.
3. Always add an extra inch of filler bead at the
beginning and at the end of repair.
4. Perform steps 9, 10 and 11 in section
11.3.2.

PREVOST X3-45 COMMUTER Specifications

General

Engine	Volvo D13
Transmission	Allison B500
Fuel Type	Diesel
Length	45 ft (13.7 m)
Width	102 in (2.6 m)
Horsepower	500 hp
GVWR	54, 000 lbs
Height	141 in