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Land Rover Discovery II (UK)41 · Panel repairs
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Prepare old surfaces (Panel repairs)

Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery II (UK)
Section
Procedures › Prepare old surfaces
Panel repairsPrepare old surfaces
Diagram
  1. Cut away the bulk of the panel as necessary using an air saw. NOTE: On certain panel joints MIG welds and braze should be removed using a sander where possible, before cutting out the panel bulk.
Cut away the bulk of the panel as necessary using an air saw. NOTE: On certain panel joint
  1. Separate spot welded joints and remove panel remnants using hammer, bolster chisel and pincers.

Prepare old surfaces

  1. Remove any remaining sealant using a hot air gun to minimise the risk of toxic fumes caused by heat generated during welding.

CAUTION: Care must be taken to avoid excessive heat build-up when using the hot air gun.

Prepare old surfaces – Remove any remaining sealant using a hot air gun to minimise the risk of toxic fumes cause
  1. Clean all panel joint edges to a bright smooth finish, using a belt-type sander. NOTE: As an alternative, a disc sander may be used.
Prepare old surfaces – Clean all panel joint edges to a bright smooth finish, using a belt-type sander. NOTE: As
  1. Straighten existing panel joint edges using a shaping block and hammer.

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