Mid America Motorworks 636-070 User manual

HOOK BACKED "U" SHAPED TRIM LOCK®
Introduction of flat, inner wheel well liners make the use of "U" shaped trim lock hook necessary.
The trim lock must be installed on the inside edge of the front fenders, on the edge of the liner or
inside edge of the bumpers. If the liner is ON TOP of the inside edge of the front fenders, install the
trim lock on the edge of the LINER. If the liner is UNDER the inside edge of the fender, install the trim
lock on the inside edge of the FENDER. PLEASE NOTE: The hook surface MUST BE facing the
tires.
In some applications trim lock is required to be installed in other locations than the wheel well
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TRIM LOCK® - PLAIN Trim lock - plain holds a flap(s) in place at
various locations inside the engine compartment. The locations can
include: A. Inside edge of the fenders. B. The grill or grill frame. C.
Support braces. D. Various edges within the engine compartment.
The "U" shaped trim lock channels must be positioned over the vinyl
flap(s), NOT over the binding that finishes the edges of the mask.
PLEASE REMEMBER, vinyl stretches after it warms up. Readjust the
tension on the flap(s) and trim lock(s) after a reasonable length of
time.
AIR FOIL INSERT
INSTALLATION
Most mask designs require the use of air foils located on the
top rear edge of the mask to prevent flapping and vibration.
Air rushing over the front of the hood presses against the
airfoils and holds the mask down. If required, four (4) white
plastic air foil inserts are included with your mask. Locate
the pockets inside each air foil. These pockets are accessible
from the outboard end of each air foil. Place one (1) white
plastic insert inside each pocket. Tuck the flap inside the
pocket. When done correctly the white plastic insert will not
be visible.
NOTE: FAILURE TO INSTALL THE PLASTIC AIR FOIL
INSERTS CORRECTLY WILL ALLOW THE MASK TO
VIBRATE AND DAMAGE THE PAINT.
SEPARATE HEADLIGHT COVERS
On the underside of each cover there is an R or L, determine the correct cover for each headlight door. For most installations the hood
must be open and secured in position. The headlight doors should generally be in the DOWN position for installation of the rear portion
and in the UP position for the installation of the front portions of the covers.
DO NOT ATTACH ADHESIVE BACKED HOOK TO THE TOP PAINTED SURFACE OF THE HEADLIGHT DOORS.
Center the covers over their respective headlight door. For applications where there is a loop strip sewn on the rear underside of the
covers, securely attach a corresponding length of ADHESIVE BACKED hook to the REAR UNDERSIDE of each door. Securely mate the
loop sewn on the rear of the covers with the hook attached to the REAR UNDERSIDE of each door. Bring the headlight doors to the UP
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Securely attach a corresponding length of ADHESIVE BACKED hook to the FRONT
UNDERSIDE of each door or to the FRAME DIRECTLY ABOVE the headlights. Pull
the covers forward and securely mate the loop sewn on the front underside of the
covers with the hook installed on the FRONT UNDERSIDE of each door or to the
FRAME DIRECTLY ABOVE the headlights. In cases where there is a flap or strip of
plastic sewn on the rear edge of the covers, snugly fit the flap or strip of plastic into
the opening between the rear underside of the headlight doors and the mounting
brackets or molding. Bring the headlight doors to the UP position. Determine the
length of the loop sewn on the front underside of the covers. Securely attach a
corresponding length of ADHESIVE BACKED hook to the FRONT UNDERSIDE of
each door or to the FRAME DIRECTLY ABOVE the headlights. Pull the covers
forward and securely mate the loop sewn on the front underside of the covers with
the hook installed on the FRONT UNDERSIDE of each door or to the FRAME
DIRECTLY ABOVE the headlights.

1) ATTACHMENT OF THE HOOD NOSE PIECE
A. Open the hood and secure in position, in some cases with
a hood support rod.
B. On the underside of the mask some designs have a hood
pocket, some have flaps with webbing straps attached,
others have loop strips sewn on or there can be the
combination of all methods. Determine the methods used in
your design.
C. Center the nose piece over the front leading edge of the
hood. 1. Snugly fit the front leading edge and comers of
the hood into the pocket.
2. Fold the flaps around the underside of the hood.
Thread the webbing strap sewn on the driver's side through
the tension adjuster sewn on the left side and pull the strap
tight. Do not over tighten because this can cause the mask to
distort or be pulled out of position.
3. In some cases thread the webbing straps on the
mask through the friction buckles and attach to the holes in
the underside of the hood. Pull the straps snug but do not
over tighten
as this can cause the mask to distort or be pulled out of position.
4. Securely attach a corresponding length of ADHESIVE
BACKED hook to the UNDERSIDE of the hood corresponding to
the length of the loop strips sewn on the mask. Fold the loop strips
around the edge of the hood and securely mate with the adhesive
backed hook installed on the underside of the hood.
FRICTION
BUCKLES
Some designs have webbing straps sewn directly on the mask. Thread each
webbing strap through the friction buckle as shown in the diagram. Attach the
buckles to the vehicle. Pull the straps snug, but do not over tighten as this can
cause the mask to distort or be pulled out of place. Tie a knot in the end of the
straps to prevent the friction buckles from being lost when the mask is not being
used.
2) ATTACHMENT AT THE TOP OF THE FENDERS AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT AREA
A. Align the mask around the fender and light contour on the driver's side. Open the hood and look for one or more of the following
different types of attachments used for mounting the mask to the vehicle.
1. If there is a small pocket or loop corresponding to the front comer of the fender above the lights, position this pocket or flap
around the edge of the fender.
2. Some designs have a flap with a hole in it. Slip this flap OVER the hood adjustment button. When the hood is closed the mask
will be secured.
3. If there is a strip of loop tape sewn on the edge of the vinyl, attach a corresponding length of self-adhesive hook tape at the
location INSIDE the engine compartment. Attach the hook and loop together.
4. When the flap is plain, secure it in position over a body panel using a piece of plain "U" shaped trim-lock. (Refer to diagram)
5. If there is a plastic piece sewn on the vinyl, fit this plastic flap between the fender and body panel.
6. For those designs that use a flap with a webbing strap attached, thread a cover hook through the strap and attach the hook to
any convenient location inside the engine compartment. Pull the strap snug, but do not over tighten.
B. Repeat the mask alignment and attachment on the passenger's side.

3. GRILL SECTION ATTACHMENT
A. Align the grill screen over the grill, making sure the vinyl is not
covering the air intake areas.
1. If there are webbing straps sewn on the top edge, thread a cover
hook through each strap
and attach the hook(s) to any convenient location inside the engine
compartment. Pull the straps snug, making sure the screen lines up
properly over the grill.
2. If there is a strip of loop tape sewn on the edge of the vinyl,
attach a corresponding length of adhesive hook tape at the location
INSIDE the grill frame or supports. Line up the screen and attach the
hook and loop together.
3. If the edge of the vinyl is plain with no visible attachment, position
it over a the grill frame or body panel and secure it using a piece of plain
"U" shaped trim-lock.
4. If there are plastic pieces or reinforced inserts along the edge of
the vinyl, fit them into the openings between the grill frame and body
panels/ supports. DO NOT allow the plastic pieces to lay unsecured,
4. FENDER. BUMPER AND SPOILER ATTACHMENT
A. Due to the stretch factor of vinyl, there is a small gap left between the edge of the mask and the wheel well. The bendable taps
are used to adjust the mask tighter when the vinyl becomes warm.
B. Inspect the underside of each tab to determine if there is a loop strip sewn on the tab.
- If there is no loop strip on the tab, bend the tabs around the inside edge of the front fenders and bumper.
- If there IS a loop strip on the tab refer to the section on page 2 regarding "HOOK BACKED "U" SHAPED TRIM LOCK®"
C. Attach the top tab on the driver's side first, then the top tab on the passenger side.
D. Alternate from side to side attaching the remaining tabs around the wheel well openings.
DONT BE AFRAID TO STRETCH THE MASK. IF IT IS PROPERLY WARMED UP IT WILL STRETCH AND FORM FOR A GOOD
FIT.
5. ATTACHMENT ACROSS THE FRONT. BOTTOM EDGE
A. If there are tabs sewn along the bottom edge of the mask, bend the tabs around the underside of the body, around the bumper or
spoiler. B. When there are webbing straps along the bottom, thread the straps through the friction buckles and attach the to any
convenient location on the underside of the vehicle. Pull the straps snug but do not over tighten as this can cause the mask to distort
or be pulled out of place. C. For those applications with a webbing strap on the right side of the license plate, thread the webbing
strap through a friction buckle as instructed and illustrated earlier. Position the strap behind the plate. Attach the friction buckle to the
loop on the opposite side. Pull the strap snug, but do not over tighten as this could cause the mask to distort or be pulled out of
place.
At this point, the mask should fit tight and be relatively wrinkle free. If not, reposition tabs and adjust tension, as needed„on any
friction buckles, (if included on your application). Some wrinkles may remain, but will come out after a few days use as the vinyl
Stretches to its maximum size. Be sure to keep the mask tight across the top of the hood. CHECK THE MASK FREQUENTLY FOR
A TIGHT FIT, AS THE WARMTH OF THE ENGINE AND THE SUN WILL CAUSE THE MATERIAL TO STRETCH.
FAILURE TO KEEP THE MASK TIGHT AGAINST THE TOP OF THE HOOD MAY CAUSE IT TO FLAP AND
POSSIBLY DAMAGE THE PAINT.
MASK REMOVAL: Work backwards from the above instructions. You don't have to unbend the cloth covered aluminum tabs
completely, simply back them away from their holding points. Excessive bending will cause wear of the aluminum piece inside the
cloth tab.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Use any product that is compatible with vinyl to clean the black surface of the mask. Use mild soap and a sponge to clean the white
underside of the mask. DO NOT USE a strong detergent or abrasive soap. Rinse the mask thoroughly and make sure both the mask
and the vehicle's hood are ABSOLUTELY DRY before reinstalling.
IMPORTANT WARNING
Your mask is constructed of "breathable" perforated vinyl to help allow moisture that might collect from rain, dew, or other reasons, to
evaporate through the mask rather than remain trapped. Under certain conditions of extreme heat or sun AFTER the mask has
become wet, trapped moisture under the mask can cause clouding of paint. If the underside of your mask becomes wet, consider the
weather conditions. If it is hot and sunny you should remove it immediately and allow the mask and your hood to dry completely
before reinstallation. If clouding does occur from trapped moisture, the MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE OR
LIABLE.
If you have questions or comments, please contact us at 100 Enterprise Blvd., Pauls Valley, OK 73075
® 1995 COVERCRAFT INDUSTRIES, INC. Printed in USA
Pauls Valley, OK - Boston, MA - Waterloo, ONT Form #2327001 (9/96)