Date:         Fri, 12 Jan 2007 11:18:08 -0500
Reply-To:     Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
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From:         Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: gluing bodypanels on - BAD IDEA
Comments: To: JordanVw@AOL.COM
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I can't help but wonder what part the application procedure plays, in
that many panels are glued on at the factory these days.

I would think that glue would be really good for something like cutting
the upper front lip from the wheel well areas under the seats, then
gluing a piano hinge for a secure door behind the carpet.

Mike


JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote:
> if anyone wants to see some long-term  results of gluing body panels on -
> come on over. i have a parts van here that was rearended lightly, lower valence
> was cut off and  new panels "glued" on by a bodyshop using the adhesive that
> you are all talking about, and the whole area is now swiss cheese (rotted)
> because the metal did not stay bonded to the glue..and the area around the glue is
> rusted..
>
> you can talk this stuff up all you want but it doesnt hold up in the long
> run..
>
> chris
>