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Sun Aug 24, 2008 8:51 am

Hi, I was wondering if any of you guys have pictures to show me how to install sidepods , it looks to be real simple to install but I just want to do it the right way! thanks :)

Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:46 pm

I haven't put mine on yet but i here it can be tricky you will need some wood and a floor jack to hold them on i have the direction somewhere on the computer shot me a mail if you need them
Ron

Mon Aug 25, 2008 9:41 am

Same here. I got my new body and side pods a couple of weeks ago and getting ready to do the same. Also need to put the dash to the hood. How is that accomplished?

Mon Aug 25, 2008 12:27 pm

Like lazybonz said:
Have a floor jack with a good 2 foot section of 2x4 on it. Lift the pods into position, if they fit well, drill mounting holes in the bottom lip, and 1 or 2 in the front and rear tire areas.
If they don't fit well, get them as close as you can and start adding some filler.

For the hood...it as simple as you want it to be. People use simple screws, or a combination of nuts/bolts (where you can reach) and screws, or nut-serts which I have used.

Tue Aug 26, 2008 1:12 pm

Sidepod Install Instructions:

http://img31.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=21785_Sidepodinstall_122_386lo.jpg

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Tue Aug 26, 2008 8:02 pm

In my opinion the MM diagram is overkill.
I used 4 bolts to mount my sidepods and have never had any trouble.
I used large allen head bolts so they look nice in the fender area.
Two front two back the real trick is trimming the fit so it's just right.
Tape up the body and use ratchet tie down to position them.
Them you can step back and have a look.

A lot will depend on you chassis too. If it's lifted, get ready to modify.
It's not stock pans, get ready to modify.

John

Wed Aug 27, 2008 1:36 pm

I agree it is overkill. Mine are only attached with bolts on the front and rear with a thin weatherstriping along the top edge so it doesnt squeek or rub with the body. 5yrs later still no problems. :D

Wed Aug 27, 2008 2:28 pm

At first glance I kind of like the look of that engine cover on the MM instructions, probably a pain to work on the engine etc. Don't think I've seen any of those in the wild either. Should tell me something too.

I've seen some threads on fiberglassing them in, couple of folks even added some nice side pockets through the body to take advantage of the space created by adding the sidepods. I'm guessing that glassing the sidepods is only done when the body is going to be painted anyway, certainly should resolve any issues with squeaking or vibration...... :wink:

Wed Aug 27, 2008 3:02 pm

That set of instructions is the first time I've seen one of those 'engine covers'. Anyone ever fit one or have a pic of what they look like in the flesh? Very interesting!!

Have been thinking about creating a front 'spoiler' that fits onto the body to create fuller guards and some front aerodynamics....wonder if anyone has ever attempted this - I daresay not successfully or stylishly hence why there are no pics of such an animal.

Wed Aug 27, 2008 4:17 pm

gr8cobbler wrote: At first glance I kind of like the look of that engine cover on the MM instructions, probably a pain to work on the engine etc. Don't think I've seen any of those in the wild either. Should tell me something too.

Within the last week or so there was one that came up on Ebay. Someone emailed the seller that this was referred to as a "diaper"

Did anyone save the pictures???