Kosmo
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 08:56 AM |
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To bond or not to bond ?
This may be a stupid question but I just need some confirmation.... I'm about to start panneling my Striker and was wondering do I need to use a
panel bonder or sealer when fitting to the chassis, it mentions nothing in the build manual but I know I have seen some post's on here about
bonding ?
Thanks,
Kosmo.
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BenB
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 09:36 AM |
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Bonding panels on is a good idea. Makes the chassis much stiffer than rivetting alone. Infact, if its done properly you can avoid rivets (but
personally I wouldn't trust myself to do it properly).....
Only downside (other than the cost of a couple of tubes of Sikaflex and the minimal weight) is it makes removing the panels more difficult in case of
crash damage.... but its worth it...
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jos
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 09:48 AM |
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ot sorry
ullo kosmo
i'm in telford too. if you need any help give us a shout
btw I bonded mine. it helps reduce annoying rattles when driving too
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RazMan
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 10:13 AM |
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Don't forget that it ensures your panels are waterproof too - mind you if you get caught in the rain it means the water can't drain OUT
either 
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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Kosmo
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 10:31 AM |
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OK... next question, where's the best place to get Sikaflex from and what type did you use ?
Thanks again, Kosmo.
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RazMan
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 10:37 AM |
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Your local motor factor or paint factor - not neccessarily Sikaflex though. Tigerseal is another brand and there are a few others which are a bit
cheaper but just as good IMO.
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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jos
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 10:49 AM |
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Wurth body panel adhesive - £8.00 + P&P from
www.mac1motorsports.co.uk
In fact Ive got an only just opened hardly used tube sitting in the garage at the moment.
[Edited on 31/3/07 by jos]
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Avoneer
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| posted on 31/3/07 at 01:52 PM |
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Silicone will be fine if you are riveting as well.
Pat...
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