WEATHER GUARD 301 through 338 - Manual (Page 3)

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5/16-18 Blind
Fastener
1/2" Hole
5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16" Lock Washer
5/16" Flat Washer
Figure 3. Alternate Mounting
WARNING
All floor mounting bolts near
the gas tank area should be
installed from the underside
of the vehicle, to guard
against the gas tank being
punctured in the event of a
collision. This would mean
not using blind fasteners in
this area. Holes drilled in this
area should be 3/8".
WARNING
The PACK RAT® Drawer Unit
design will carry a generous
amount of heavy cargo. You
must use all four of the
mounting plates; one at each
corner. If this isn't possible,
refer to the Alternate Mount
-ing Instructions. Failure to
` comply could result in serious
personal injury or damage to
your vehicle.
WARNING
All floor mounting bolts near
the gas tank area should be
installed from the underside
of the vehicle, to guard
against the gas tank being
punctured in the event of a
collision. This would mean
not using blind fasteners in
this area. Holes drilled in this
area should be 3/8".
3. With all blind fasteners installed,
secure the housing.
4. Reinstall the drawer to the unit by
reversing the removal steps shown in
Figure 1.
2. Remove the housing and read the
Blind Fastener Installation Instructions
and cautions before drilling each of the
hole locations.
ALTERNATE MOUNTING
NOTE: To prevent rust from occur-
ring, touch-up any drilled holes.
1. Place the housing into the position,
and mark through the outer slotted
holes of each skid.
4. With blind fasteners installed, se-
cure by placing the Mounting Plate as
you had for marking.
PREFERRED INSTALLATION
(see Figure 2.)
NOTE: To prevent rust from occur-
ring, touch-up any drilled holes.
1. Place the housing in position.
2. Slide a Mounting Plate into each
open end of the front and rear skids,
but no farther than the leading edge of
the slotted hole in the Mounting Plate.
3. Mark through the hole for drilling.
See Blind Fastener Installation In-
structions and cautions before drilling.