5.6. GLUING THE GAITER FOR THE STEERING COLUMN IN PLACE

An 80 millimetres hole is located at the bottom of the bulkhead. The steering column should pass through here. In order to seal the opening, we use a drive shaft gaiter (wheel side). Re-using an old one is also possible but make sure it is properly degreased.

Make sure the gaiter fits nicely in the hole. If need be you should enlarge the hole to assure a good fit.

Roughen both the gel coat and the rubber using sandpaper. Degrease with acetone and use Sikaflex 260 to glue the gaiter in place. Check for proper fixation after 24 hours because once the body is installed there is no way you can access this area again.

RELATED PARTS

>>Sikaflex-260 Adhesive

>>Driveshaft gaiter outer, wheel side.