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Alfa Romeo GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual (1995-2000)15 · 70 Bodywork
15 · Body & interior

Finishing operations

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
GTV / Spider GTV and Spider (916) Factory Service Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Fixed body components › Finishing operations
70 BodyworkFinishing operations
  1. Fill weld using a MIG welder.
  2. Spot weld, as illustrated.
  3. Braze weld in the areas illustrated.
Diagram showing welding points on a car roof and rib structure with callouts 1■(3), 2•(14), 2•(5), 2•(18), and 3. Three small icons on the right show MIG welder, spot welder, and brazing tool.
  1. Apply structural sealant between the roof and ribs along the areas illustrated.
Diagram showing application of sealant in multiple channels along a car roof structure with arrows indicating direction of application. A small icon on the right shows a caulking gun.

FINISHING OPERATIONS

  • Remove and level remains of welding, using a sander.
  • Clean the welded areas, using a rotary brush.

PROTECTIONS

  • Apply rust proofing in the areas involved by MIG welding.
  • Seal the joints and carry out the rust-proofing and foaming treatments, referring to the general tables given in the Manual for the areas to be treated and the products to be used.
  • Proceed with painting operations.

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