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Hood Panel
The fastening method alternatives for the hood panel are aimed to be permanent, efficient installation, and cost-effective.
Surrounding panels: Side panel (driver’s side and passenger side), headlights, bottom panel and bulkheads?
Epoxy Adhesive
Applied to fix it to the side panels and bulkheads
Flush-Mount Blind Rivets
Flush-Mount Rivet
Aluminum and corrosion-resistant
Sizes diameter (Thickness of material): 3/32” (0.062”-0.125”), 1/8” (0.092”-0.625”), 5/32” (0.062”-0.5”), 3/16” (0.188”-1”), 1/4” (0.188”-0.375”)
Cost: ~$9.40 / 100 pieces
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https://www.mcmaster.com/rivets/aluminum-flush-mount-blind-rivets/
Flush-Mount on both sides Blind Rivet
Zinc-plated, and mild corrosion resistance
Sizes diameter (thickness of material): 1/8” (0.059”-0.177”)
Cost: ~$10 / 50 pieces
https://www.mcmaster.com/rivets/flush-mount-on-both-sides-blind-rivets/
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Windshield PanelThe fastening methods alternatives for the windshield are aimed to be removable, efficient installation, and cost-effective. Surrounding panels: Roof panel, hood, side panel (driver’s side and passenger side) and bulkheads? Captive Panel Screw
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https://www.mcmaster.com/quarter-turn-fasteners/rounded-head-quarter-turn-captive-panel-screws-with-clip-on-nut/ → Applicable to larger panel thickness range (Quarter-Turn Fastener in-use is similar to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnNuQW5P9cs @15:18 min)
Quick-Release Pins
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 https://www.mcmaster.com/pins/flat-head-quick-release-pins/ https://www.mcmaster.com/pins/add-a-handle-quick-release-pins/ |
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Windshield Mounting Methods & LocationsTable 2: Proposed Mounting Locations & Method for the Windshield Panel
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