I'm not sure how it goes with your State inspection laws,but over here 'glued' panels simply wouldn't pass the test.
I accept floors are less 'structural' when you have a separate chassis,but for me and for peace of mind I would weld them in.JMHO.
Here,bonding agents such as the 3M products are allowed for extraneous panels such as fenders on a monocoque design, but any repair to the main bodyshell must be welded.
The annual test here though does not make any exceptions for separate chassis/body configurations.
I do agree that bonding panels can actually be stronger than a weld nowadays.
In fact I fit bonded windshields for a living,so I know how strong some of these products are.
We just have to work with what the law here dictates.
If you do decide to go down the glue route,preparation and cleanliness is everything...
Your bond is only as good as the material you're joining together.
P.S I'm also a fan of POR-15,sure it's a bit more expensive but it works....
Last edited by jockbolter50; 02/05/2011 3:59 PM.
