▼ READ BEFORE INSTALLING ▼ 1. Don’t over-tighten bolts. All 8mm bolts = (10 ft-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.
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attach pins to bracket Tighten M10 Nuts • Attach a Pin as 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. •...
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optional shorten mounting pin studs • The threaded studs on the mounting pins can be cut down flush with the locknut if desired. This will bring 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. •...
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install attach brackets to maxtrax • 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. legs of bracket facing inward V1 | Page 6...
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DRILL DRILL MOUNTING HOLES • Set the Gearpod XL onto a flat soft surface lid down. • place the brackets with maxtrax on the back of the pod making sure the holes in the bracket are on the high part of the gear pod.
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attach 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. •...
•All locks must be turned and moved periodically to ensure smooth operation. Use graphite or dry lubricant to help this. Leitner designs locks are designed to deter vandalism and theft but should not be considered theft proof. Remove valuable gear if your vehicle is unattended for an extended period.
Warranty Leitner Designs warrants product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, for terms specified below, provided there has been normal use and proper maintenance. All remedies under this warranty are limited to the repair or replacement of any item found by the factory to be defective within the time period specified.
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