American Expedition Vehicles Brute Frame - Manual (Page 18)

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4. Weld the Rear Frame Extension to the frame. Tack weld the four corners at each frame joint
and the winch mount to crossmember. DO NOT TACK THE FISHPLATES ON AT THIS
TIME. Remove the clamps and fishplates. Weld the joints thoroughly with at least 2 passes
as per welding specifications for chassis modifications. Weld the winch mount as shown.
5. Install the Rear Fishplates. Grind the outside of the Rear Frame Extension joint flush and
locate the fishplates using the holes located on all the parts. Mark the weld pattern shown
on both the fishplates and the frame rails. Remove the fishplates and sand the paint off of all
weld areas. Relocate the fishplates and weld as shown.
6. Finish weld the Forward Bed Mount to the frame.
7. If your Brute is a 2003-2006, install the NVLD Bracket as shown below.