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Assemble the rack on the ground. Start by assembling the crossbars to the side rails using the small button head bolts and small washers (2 per side). Make sure the machined hole in the rail of the crossbar is facing upward so you can easily add t-nuts to mount your gear.
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Use a pry tool to remove the 4 caps on the stock rails. Use a 12mm socket to remove the bolts holding the rails in place. Insert 2 rubber bumpers into each front mount, then install the mount to the rack using 2 button head bolts, washers, and flange nuts.
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Lift the factory rubber so you can place the middle mount and see where you’ll have to trim it. Then install the middle mounts onto the rack with the long end facing toward the front of the rack. Use 2 button head bolts, washers, and flange nuts.
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With the rack in place, use RTV and spread it under the mounts and fill the bolt holes. Use the larger bolts and washers to secure the rack to the roof using a 3/16 allen. You should see RTV squeeze out under the bolt heads when you tighten them, this will prevent any leaking.
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Use the trim we provide and cover the lower part of the front fairing (approx. 41 inches). Use the remaining trim on the back. We recommend cutting it in half and placing the trim on either end of the back fairing. We recommend using 3M Paint Protection Film (or similar) below the fairings.
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