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fatkidskinner · 02-24-2007, 02:37 PM

I'm new to the Corolla world. I have an 86 gts was wondering if anyone could give me details on what spotwelded seams need to be stitched up?
thanx for help

Flashmn · 02-24-2007, 05:07 PM

Generally strenghening is done by welding all of the seams.... however in most cases it isnt practical for a street car, unless you have a bare shell. So in other words, you might have to compromise.

fatkidskinner · 02-24-2007, 06:56 PM

THANX FOR REPLY ,car is gutted and used for autocross . Your saying every seam I see should be welded continuos?

Flashmn · 02-24-2007, 07:12 PM

Not absolutely every, but most of the body panel seams yes.
and no you dont do it continuously or you're gonna run into problems, there has to be some allowance for flex. So you weld it 5cm seam and 3cm none, then again 5cm seam and 3cm none.