L322 Range Rover Service Procedures
PANEL REPAIRS
PROCEDURES
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6. MIG seam weld butt joints. When MIG welding
long joints, a large amount of heat is generated
which can cause the panels to distort. To avoid
heat distortion, divide the welds into small
sections as shown on the illustration. The large
arrows signifies the direction of welding.
7. Always use MIG plug welds where excessive
metal thickness or limited access make
resistance spot welding impractical. Make plug
welds either by using holes left by the spot weld
cutter, or through holes punched and drilled for
the purpose, approximately 8 mm (0.134 ins)
diameter.
8. Dress all welds using either a sander with 36
grit disc, or a belt-type sander and/or wire
brush. When dressing welds ensure an area as
small as possible is removed to protect the zinc
coating.
9. Carry out any further necessary sealing
