Offer up and align (Panel repairs) (page 2 of 3)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Freelander Body Repair Manual
- Year
- 1998 on
- Section
- Procedures
Panel repairsOffer up and align · page 2 of 3
- Use a resistance spot welder where access permits. Try to ensure weld quality by using a welding monitor where possible.
- MIG tack weld butt joints and re-check alignment and panel contours where necessary. Ensure that a gap is maintained to minimise welding distortion, by inserting a hacksaw blade as an approximate guide.
- Dress MIG tack welds using a sander with 36 grit disc, or a belt-type sander where access is limited.
Parts & tools for this job For 1998 Land Rover Freelander
- TOOLTorque wrenchSearch: 3/8 inch torque wrench
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