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MG TD TF 1500 - Wing backing plates

I'm repairing my front wings, where the headlight bracket backing plates caused the fenders to rust through. I have welded in new metal and made new backing plates. I curious how others have secured the plates to the fenders? They appear to have been welded originally.

I plan to use a automotive planel bonding adhesive prior to paint (after epoxy primer). This should keep moisture out from between the plate and fender.

Any suggestions or comments?
Evan Ford - TD 27621


Evan
They were probably spot welded originally,but your idea of using panel bonding adhesive sounds like a much better idea than welding, in fact I wonder whether these plates are really neccessary all they seem to do is trap water and rust through, and TD wings are quite strong anyway
Harry
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This thread was discussed on 08/04/2004

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