Front Side Frame/Outrigger

Installation

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  1. Tack weld the new side frame bulkhead rear to the side frame extension rear.

  1. SIDE FRAME BULKHEAD REAR
  1. Set the new front, side frame extension rear, outrigger and front bulkhead into position and measure the front compartment diagonally. Check the body dimensions (see section 4).
  2. Tack weld the clamped position.
  3. Temporarily install the front sub-frame and check the front side frame position.
  4. Temporarily install the hood, front fender, headlight and front bumper and check for difference in level and clearance.
    Make sure the body lines flow smoothly.
  5. Perform the main welding:
  • Plug weld the side frame extension rear, side frame bulkhead rear and front side frame.

  1. SIDE FRAME BULKHEAD REAR
  2. FRONT SIDE FRAME
  3. SIDE FRAME EXTENSION REAR

  • Plug weld the inside sill extension and floor frame.

  1. INSIDE SILL EXTENSION
  2. FLOOR FRAME
  • From passenger compartment, plug weld the dashboard lower and front floor.

  1. OUTRIGGER
  2. SUB-FRAME REAR BRACKET
  3. SIDE FRAME EXTENSION REAR