Compiling notes, tips, and instructions on various stages of Aero-Chassis Integration

W21 - Aero-Chassis Integration Resources

Adhesives Information:

Adhesive Usage: LOCTITE EA E-120HP - Epoxy adhesive - Henkel Adhesives (henkel-adhesives.com)

General Advice:

Panel Integration Planning [WORK IN PROGRESS]:

Order of Integration

• A, C Bulkheads

• Bottom Panel

Dynamics Assembly / Panel Manufacturing

• B-Bulkhead

Panel Trimming & Painting / Interiors Assembly

• Floor Panels

• Side Panels

• Doors

• Hood

• Headlights

Removable Panels

• Windshield

• Roof

• Trunk

Order of Panel Trimming

1. Bottom Panel - trimmed using mold outline

2. Bulkheads - trimmed using a stencil

3. Side Panels - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with bottom panel

4. Trunk - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with bottom panel and side panel

5. Roof - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with side panels

6. Hood - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to side panels and trim to bottom and side panels

7. Doors - trimmed using mold outline, trim to side panels

8. Floor panels - trimmed using a stencil (?), trim to fit within chassis, bulkheads and seats

Panel Specific Instructions:

Bottom Panel:

Side Panels:

SIDE PANEL(S)-CHASSIS INTEGRATION