Probably a dumb question

[Storer]

I am working on fitting alloy panels so only just started really and I have a question already.

At the front of each side panel it is fixed top and bottom by rivets but there is no fixing down the front bulkhead chassis member. Is this correct and if so how is this area sealed? Is it just a bead of mastic?

Considering how well everywhere else is riveted this seems odd. Have I got something wrong already or did my kit's previous owner cut these panels incorrectly?

Paul

OK. I have check a couple of build sites and mine looks the same as others. I am still not sure how you "finish" this area though?

Edited by Storer on Friday 1st January 19:40

[spatz]

black sealant is your friend unless you want to but some additional alloy piece in there, which I think is not necessary

[Storer]

Thanks Spatz.

Having seen other build sites I deduced that there was no fixing and I was going to seal it with black sealant as a matter of course. Thanks for the confirmation.

[pilbeam_mp62]

Yes, this panel is a bit tricky to fit, and it looks a bit odd with the front edge not being vertical.. it took me a while to get my head round that - I thought I had done something wrong !

Here is a picture that may help you.



Regards

[bluesatin]

Top tip.

I would cut a thick 15cm piece of rubber and cut a hole the size of the ally pipe and then push this on the pipe. This will allow you to seal around the pipe when the side pod is attached and stop warm air blowing in the cabin!

[Storer]

pilbeam_mp62 said:

Yes, this panel is a bit tricky to fit, and it looks a bit odd with the front edge not being vertical.. it took me a while to get my head round that - I thought I had done something wrong !

Here is a picture that may help you.



Regards

Kevin

I see you have covered the side panels with heat shielding. Has this had much effect on the temperature inside the car? Do the side panels still get warm on the inside?

Paul

[Storer]

bluesatin said:

Top tip.

I would cut a thick 15cm piece of rubber and cut a hole the size of the ally pipe and then push this on the pipe. This will allow you to seal around the pipe when the side pod is attached and stop warm air blowing in the cabin!

Good tip duly noted.

Paul