CENTER SECTION
M16 X 2.0 CL10.9
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NOTE:
General assembly - loosely install side brackets on vehicle (this page); install center section assembly and
tighten all fasteners to proper specifications (page 1)
63-87 GMC / CHEVY PICKUP 8 FT BED ONLY;
88-91 GMC / CHEVY CREW CAB PICKUP 8 FT BED ONLY
1. Raise and clamp hitch side brackets into position, by aligning side bracket to miss frame and suspension
components. Measurement from outside of side bracket to outside of other side bracket will be 34".
2. Using the side bracket as a template, mark the frame at the center of each attachment hole.
Warning; Do not drill into fuel or electrical lines, take appropriate precaution before step 3.
3. Remove the side bracket and drill 9/16" holes in frame. Hint; a small pilot hole is recommended.
4. Install side bracket loosely with the fasteners shown above.
5. Raise center section of hitch for vehicle requirements. Install center section with (8) 9/16" x 1-3/4" bolts,
washers, and flanged locknuts.
6. Tighten hitch side brackets to center section. Tighten hitch side brackets to truck frame.
TRUCK FRAME
RAIL
GMC / CHEVY PICKUP
M16 X 2.0 BOLT
8 FT BED ONLY
TOOLS REQUIRED
9/16", 3/4" SOCKET
21mm, 24mm SOCKET
11/16" DRILL BIT
TORQUE WRENCH
SAFETY GLASSES
SIDE BRACKET
SEE FRONT PAGE FOR CENTER
SECTION FASTENERS
M16 X 2.0 CL10.9
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