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install and tighten fasteners

 

install M8x20 bolt through the bracket and the hole you drilled in the last step.  note; The tight fit is normal and 

will prevent water intrusion. Spinning the fassener will help with installation.

 

using a washer and a nut from the inside tighten each nut to 10FT-LB

Summary of Contents for 00-XLMAX-01-1296

Page 1: ...LEITNERDESIGNS COM SALES LEITNERDESIGNS COM 949 395 3049 V1 Page 1 gear pod XL MAXTRAX brackets MAXTRAX APPROVED ACCESSORY LEITNER ...

Page 2: ...ins TOOLS REQUIRED 12mm wrench 13mm wrench 17mm wrench 21mm wrench Electric drill 9 32 drill bit m8 x 20 x4 m8 washer x4 m8 nut x4 INSTALLATION TIME SKILLLEVEL 2 novice 25 30 minutes Basic knowledge of hand tools required 2 1 4 3 LEITNERDESIGNS COM SALES LEITNERDESIGNS COM 949 395 3049 V1 Page 2 Gear Pod XL Maxtrax hardware maxtrax mounting pin x4 ...

Page 3: ...t lb 3 Lay down a large area of carpet or blankets as a work area to avoid scratching parts during assembly 5 Take your time to do it right 6 Although the gear pod xl is light having a friend to help during install is recommended bracket bracket m8 X 20 Bolt Washer M8 lock nut maxtrax mounting pin ...

Page 4: ...shown to each of the four holes in the brackets using the supplied washers and M10 lock nut ensure the pins are orientated correctly as shown with the locking lobe facing out Tighten the M10 Nut using a 17mm wrench while holding the flats on the pin with a 21mm wrench ...

Page 5: ...ng the Maxtrax closer to the back of the gearpod and create a cleaner look while also freeing up some space on the inside of the truck bed a hacksaw or cutoff wheel works best to cut the threaded stud use eye protection the brackets will function perfectly fine without this step optional shorten mounting pin studs ...

Page 6: ...ax Align the mounting pins with the keyed slots in the maxtrax twist the pins by 90 degrees into there locked position note the legs of the brackets must be facing each other as shown in the illustration V1 Page 6 legs of bracket facing inward ...

Page 7: ...kets with maxtrax on the back of the pod making sure the holes in the bracket are on the high part of the gear pod MAKE SURE THE MOUNTS ARE touching the back of the pod the studs of the maxtrax mounts will hit first using the holes in the brackets as a guide drill all 4 holes using a 9 32 drill top bottom ...

Page 8: ...l M8x20 bolt through the bracket and the hole you drilled in the last step note The tight fit is normal and will prevent water intrusion Spinning the fassener will help with installation using a washer and a nut from the inside tighten each nut to 10FT LB ...

Page 9: ...ps during the trip to ensure continued fastening security Check local and state laws governing projection of objects beyond the perimeter of a vehicle Be aware of the width and height of your cargo since low clearance branches bridges and parking garages can affect the load All cargo will affect the vehicle s driving behavior Never drive with any lock knob or rack in an open or unlocked position A...

Page 10: ...RCHASE high speed off road driving even with a light load can cause damage to the rack accessories and vehicle body Damage caused by high speed off road driving and abuse is not covered under warranty gear pods are water resistant and not waterproof Items that can be damaged by water should be stored inside there own air tight container before being placed in the gear pod ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF...

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