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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)11 · Bodywork
11 · Body & interior

Positioning

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Fixed bodywork components › Positioning
BodyworkPositioning

POSITIONING

  1. Using a jig, position the outer side panel and overlap as shown. Fix the panel with clamps and join together the edges to be welded.
  2. Using a circular saw, trim the sheet metal and remove the excess.
Outer side panel positioned with clamps (1) and trim line (2)

WELDING AND FINISHING OF THE SHEET METAL

  1. Using a spot-welder or, where necessary, a MIG welder, proceed as shown in the diagram.
  2. Using a MIG welder, carry out seam welding.
Weld points: (11), (6) and (8) spot welds at 1, (8) MIG welds at 1, seam weld 2
  1. Using an abrasive grinding machine, remove and flush the residues left after welding.
  • Using a rotating brush, clean the welded areas.
Grinding the weld residues (1) with an abrasive grinding machine

PROTECTION

  • Apply the specified corrosion inhibitor to the areas which have been MIG welded.
  1. Apply the specified sealant around the edges of the joints of the side panel.
  • Apply the specified underbody protection to the replaced areas.
  • Proceed to the painting phase.
Sealant lines (1) around the edges of the side panel joints

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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