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Date:         Tue, 7 Sep 1999 23:19:51 -0500
Reply-To:     Tim Marciniak <tmarcini@MAIL.EXECPC.COM>
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From:         Tim Marciniak <tmarcini@MAIL.EXECPC.COM>
Subject:      How are body seams constructed--spot weld or ??
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Dear Listees,


Recently there has been some posting regarding seam rust.  Not really being
familiar with all methods of joining autobody panels I was wondering if
someone could explain to me how these seams for joining these panels are
designed.


Is there a 90 degree flange on each panel butted against each other that is
spot welded then a seam sealer applied over it then paint?


Or is it a continuous weld with a sealer over it, then paint?


Or why didnt VW just make the seam invisble by welding it continuous with a
butt weld and smoothing it over.


Just understanding how this seam is designed/constructed may help me in
fixing it.


Thanks for your replies.


Tim
90 Multivan
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