2cv Windscreen Surround Panel Replacement

Surgically with a mini grinder make the necessary cuts to remove the windscreen surround with the least number of insertions as possible (observe the new piece before you start working).
Be very careful when using the grinder not to cut the wiring loom and the grey felt trim on the inside above the doors Note: On right hand drive Dolly, Club and Charleston models there is a single wire running up the drivers windscreen pillar for the interior lamp
Be prepared for the windscreen to break and the rubber seal to be perished. It's good practice to replace these items with new components from the outset.
Also be prepared to replace the vent flap however good yours looks. Make sure that while it is off, you spray in the rear box section, while it is upside down so that a preservative such as Wurth 2000 can penetrate the upper spot welds and then spray it again when the job is finished and again every year thereafter.
After you have removed the rusty area, any captive 5mm threaded nuts which are welded to the inside of this box section, and have had their heads sheared when removal of the windscreen wiper motor and flap control, can now be replaced by welding new nuts to this panel.
Once the main part is placed into position, spot welding can take place on the obvious faces....
... and the side pillars can be puddle welded in the pre drilled holes up the side making sure that the wiring loom is well out of the way.
Before going to the paintyard inspection by the future custodian of this 2CV gets approval

To Be Continued