Task Description
Remove windscreen washer jets and associated hardware, then weld up the holes left behind for a cleaner appearance. Includes finishing work to make repairs invisible.
Parts Required
- Welding wire/rod
- Body filler
- Primer
- Matching paint
- Sandpaper (various grits)
- Masking tape
Tools Needed
- Welder (MIG or TIG)
- Angle grinder with cutting disc
- Grinding disc
- Sanding block
- Body filler tools
- Paint spray gun or aerosols
- Wire brush
- Drill (to clean holes if needed)
Procedure
- Remove washer jets from mounting locations
- Disconnect and remove washer tubing
- Remove washer bottle and pump if desired
- Clean area around holes thoroughly
- Remove paint and rust around holes
- If holes are large, cut small patches from sheet metal
- Weld holes closed (or weld in patches)
- Grind welds flush with surrounding metal
- Apply thin coat of body filler if needed
- Sand smooth progressing through grits (80-320)
- Clean and degrease area
- Apply primer to repair areas
- Sand primer smooth
- Apply matching paint in thin coats
- Blend paint into surrounding area
- Polish if needed for matching finish
Notes
This is primarily a cosmetic modification. If you might want washers in future, consider keeping the system and just capping the jets instead. Small holes can often be welded closed without patches.
Progress Updates
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