Side_Pce
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So I wanted to write up a quick install guide/review on my Track Pack install for anyone who was wondering the details involved.
Tools you'll need for the easiest and fastest install:
10mm 1/4" deep socket
1/4" extension
1/4" ratchet wrench
Interior Push pin puller
50lb test fishing line ($1.50) at wally world
Alcohol and whatever cleaners you have
Microfiber towels
There are 4 lock nuts that hold the wing on. 9 push pins, 2 rubber bumpers that twist out are holding the trunk liner and two rubber plugs on either side of the truck that need to be removed to get at the far side lock nuts.
The two inner nuts can be removed with a 10mm 1/4 socket and wrench without hitting anything so you don't need a swivel.
Feed the fishing line under either side of the TP wing and pull up on the wing moving to the middle. Important you pull up to avoid marring paint/OTT stripes. There is enough adhesive in between so you won't contact the paint. I used towels once I got one side up so the studs didn't pop up and scratch anything. If you take your time it's pretty easy. I did use a razor to get the adhesive to seperate enough to feed the line around the studs.
Picture of the TP wing removed.
Clean the area very well. You can use your finger to "RUB" the left over adhesive off. This took the longest. I used 50/50 alcohol and distilled water to clean the area, some goo gone to get whatever adhesive was left. Finally I used pure alcohol to wipe the trunk down before install.
No install is without it's problems, and I'm sorry I don't have a picture for reference but if you test fit the wing, DO NOT LET IT SEAT IN THE HOLES. There is a expansion tap on both sides that locks the wing in the trunk lid. If it locks before you pull the protective film off the tape you're in for a headache. Took some doing but I was able to get them out and pull the film off. It was the only snag I ran into
Press it down for 30 or so seconds and then install the 4 lock nuts hand tight and that's it. Reinstall the trunk line. A little fore waring if you order one of these wings they will come with a LOT of blemishes and scuffs. Nothing was deep enough that I couldn't hand buff out with some compound so it wasn't too bad.
I took my time, took about 2 hours. Most of that time was the hiccup. Other than that it's pretty straight forward and I love the look of the Track wing. Happy motoring!
Tools you'll need for the easiest and fastest install:
10mm 1/4" deep socket
1/4" extension
1/4" ratchet wrench
Interior Push pin puller
50lb test fishing line ($1.50) at wally world
Alcohol and whatever cleaners you have
Microfiber towels
There are 4 lock nuts that hold the wing on. 9 push pins, 2 rubber bumpers that twist out are holding the trunk liner and two rubber plugs on either side of the truck that need to be removed to get at the far side lock nuts.
The two inner nuts can be removed with a 10mm 1/4 socket and wrench without hitting anything so you don't need a swivel.
Feed the fishing line under either side of the TP wing and pull up on the wing moving to the middle. Important you pull up to avoid marring paint/OTT stripes. There is enough adhesive in between so you won't contact the paint. I used towels once I got one side up so the studs didn't pop up and scratch anything. If you take your time it's pretty easy. I did use a razor to get the adhesive to seperate enough to feed the line around the studs.
Picture of the TP wing removed.
Clean the area very well. You can use your finger to "RUB" the left over adhesive off. This took the longest. I used 50/50 alcohol and distilled water to clean the area, some goo gone to get whatever adhesive was left. Finally I used pure alcohol to wipe the trunk down before install.
No install is without it's problems, and I'm sorry I don't have a picture for reference but if you test fit the wing, DO NOT LET IT SEAT IN THE HOLES. There is a expansion tap on both sides that locks the wing in the trunk lid. If it locks before you pull the protective film off the tape you're in for a headache. Took some doing but I was able to get them out and pull the film off. It was the only snag I ran into
Press it down for 30 or so seconds and then install the 4 lock nuts hand tight and that's it. Reinstall the trunk line. A little fore waring if you order one of these wings they will come with a LOT of blemishes and scuffs. Nothing was deep enough that I couldn't hand buff out with some compound so it wasn't too bad.
I took my time, took about 2 hours. Most of that time was the hiccup. Other than that it's pretty straight forward and I love the look of the Track wing. Happy motoring!
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