Body panel gaps

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Is there any documentation on the size of gap between the body panels?

I am looking for the size of gap between the front fenders and hood, also the trunk and rear fenders.

Thanks,
 
Steve,
There isn't any definitive answer to this, even in the workshop manual.
The only mention of panel gaps is for hood (bonnet)
And I quote
A... Adjust the slit between the engine compartment lid and the cowl panel after having loosened hinge fastening bolts, 5 - 6 mm
B...Adjust the slit between the engine compartment lid and side panel by moving the side panel to and fro 5 - 6 mm
Basically the gap between the hood (bonnet) and the windscreen panel, where the wipers are, is 5 - 6 mm and 5 - 6 mm down each side

The most important thing is to get the gaps as even as posible, so they look "right".
HTH
Malc
 
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