EVO Manufacturing EVO-1073 User manual
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EVO Manufacturing
Jeep Wrangler JK/JL and JT Gladiator
JK/JL/JT Gladiator Quarter Pounder D Rings
EVO- 1073
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Before starting installation procedure please read http://evomfg.com/Returns-Warranties-Shipping
CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PRODUCT CALL EVO MANUFACTURURING.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW GUIDELINES COULD RESULT IN MALFUNCTION OF PARTS OR INJURY. PLEASE HAVE
A TRAINED PROFESSIONAL ASSIST WITH OR INSTALL ALL PRODUCTS. INSTALLING EVO MFG PRODUCTS
OR KITS DEMANDS SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, TOOLS AND EXPERIENCE. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE OF HOW
TO USE LATER SPECIFIED TOOLS AND/OR LIMITED EXPERIENCE WITH EVO MFG PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE
ENOUGH TO PROPERLY COMPLETE THESE TASKS. SOME OF EVO MFG PRODUCTS MAY REQUIRE TWO
OR MORE PEOPLE TO INSTALL SAFELY AND CORRECTLY. DO NOT ATTEMPT ALONE, ALWAYS ENLIST THE
HELP OF TRAINED PROFESSIONAL WHEN NEEDED.
Notes: Set Up Before installation
This is a general instruction for this component kit.
Directions/pictures may vary for each specific install, use for reference only.
Keep all mounting bolts loose (installed but not torqued) we will torque later at the end of
complete installation
READ BEFORE INSTALL:
It is generally a good idea to apply Loctite to all threaded bolts.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and other approved safety gear when working on a vehicle.
All supplied bolts torqued according to chart at end of instruction.
It is recommended all installation be performed by a trained professional. Some modification may have
to be done.
Paint all unfinished surfaces after install is complete.
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Recommended Tools:
oStandard sockets
oWrench set
odrill
Safety Steps for installation
oFor installing EVO MFG products always use
wheel chokes to block rear tires from rolling.
oAlways make sure you have everything
necessary ready before install.
oIf you have to, carefully lift front of vehicle
by front frame rails extending suspension
until tires leave the ground, place frame on
approved jack stands for vehicle. Verify all
lines/wires are not over extended.
oRemove tires if needed for easier install.
oMake sure to wear safety equipment (eye
protection, hand protection, foot protection
etc.) at all times during installation.
oMake sure all safety precautions have been
taken.
oAlways check and replace any part of vehicle
that is warn or broken before starting install.
oDo not mix anything EVO with weaker
alternatives.
oIt is generally a good idea to apply liquid
threadlock to all bolts.
oTighten included hardware to torque
specifications in bottom table unless it is
otherwise specified, factory bolts should be
torqued to factory Jeep specifications.
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FRONT INSTALL
After putting vehicle safely into park,
chalking tires and removing key.
1. Unbolt the 8 bolts on the inside of
the bumper, retain for reuse.
Support bumper with stand, it may shift
after bolts are removed.
Note: May need to drill one of the
bumper bolt holes, drill large enough to
insert supplied bolts. Approximately ½”
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2. Place EVO MFG D-Rings onto the
bumper and line up the mounting holes.
Install supplied bolts/nuts.
After Install:
oTighten all bolts securing purchased parts to specified locations.
oAfter completing installation using provided instructions, go through all steps again to make sure
nothing was missed, not tightened or improperly assembled.
oSome components may need to be purchased separately.
oCheck turn signals, headlights, fog lights (if applicable), taillights, blinkers and windshield wipers.
oAdjust mirrors, speedometer and headlights if needed.
oMake sure all gauges are fully operational.
oDrive the vehicle slowly for a couple minutes, looking and listening for abnormal noises while
driving. After modification of a vehicle there will be differences in driving experiences and
capabilities, be mindful of that.
oInspect and Retorque all Bolts after 500 miles of competed installation and regularly thereafter.
oSome modification may be required.
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Recommended Torque:
Size
Grade 2
Grade 5
Grade 8
18-8 S/S
Coarse
Fine
Coarse
Fine
Coarse
Fine
Coarse
Fine
#4*
-
-
-
-
-
-
5.2
-
#6*
-
-
-
-
-
-
9.6
-
#8*
-
-
-
-
-
-
19.8
-
#10*
-
-
-
-
-
-
22.8
31.7
1/4
4
4.7
6.3
7.3
9
10
6.3
7.8
5/16
8
9
13
14
18
20
11
11.8
3/8
15
17
23
26
33
37
20
22
7/16
24
27
37
41
52
58
31
33
1/2
37
41
57
64
80
90
43
45
9/16
53
59
82
91
115
129
57
63
5/8
73
83
112
128
159
180
93
104
3/4
125
138
200
223
282
315
128
124
7/8
129
144
322
355
454
501
194
193
1†
188
210
483
541
682
764
287
289
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