PUTCO 78102 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOG BAR FOR 99-03 FORD F 150
4X4 W/ TOW HOOKS & 99-02 EXPEDITION PART #78102
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PUTCO Inc. - 216 West First Street - Story City, Iowa 50248
Please read all instructions before beginning installation and be sure to check to see that all parts and
hardware are included.
Parts List
Description Qty
Hog or Boss Hog Bar 1
D river’s side B racket 1
Passenger’s side Bracket 1
1/2” x 2 1/4” Bolt 2
W asher 2
Tools Needed for Installation
15mm Socket
3/4” Wrench
Step 1: Remove the front bolt that holds the factory tow hooks in place using a
15mm socket.
Step 2: Loosen the rear bolt so that you can slide the tow hook backward for
removal. Leave the bolt in place ensure the threaded plate inside the
frame stays in place.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOG BAR FOR 99-03 FORD F 150
4X4 W/ TOW HOOKS & 99-02 EXPEDITION PART #78102
Step 3: Position one of the mounting brackets against the frame where the tow
hook once was, orient the bracket as shown in the picture below with
bracket pointing toward wheel. (Driver’s Side Shown in picture to the
right)
Step 4: Using the original bolts from the tow hooks, mount the bracket to the
frame of the truck, leave loose for adjustment later.
NOTE: If you gently remove the rear bolt the threaded hole in the
plate will remain lined up for easier installation.
Step 5: Repeat steps 1 through 4 for other mounting bracket.
Step 6: Place the supplied bolt and washer through the remaining hole as shown in
the picture to the left.
Step 7: Align the bolt and the hole in the end of the Hog Bar and start the threads, DO
NOT tighten.
Step 8: Align the other side of the Hog Bar and start the threads.
Step 9: Tighten all bolts; the two bolts that thread into the Hog Bar require a 3/4”
Wrench.
NOTE: It will help to tighten the bolts on the Hog Bar if the bar is sitting flush against the brackets.
Step 10: For states that require a front plate on the vehicle, there are two holes in the skid plate for mounting a license plate
(hardware to mount license plate is not supplied).
Note: PUTCO recommends applying a high quality automotive wax to maintain the original appearance on your new
Hog Bar.
INSTRUCTION # IN78102-May 2003
LIMITED WARRANTY
Putco guarantees it’s Stainless Steel and Aluminum products against defects in workmanship and material for
as long as you own your vehicle. Black products have a 90 day warranty on the painted surface. Any defects resulting
from faulty material or workmanship will be warranted by Putco and repaired or replaced at our discretion. Putco
assumes no extra labor costs. Damages caused by freight carriers, improper installation, misuse, collision, or neglect
will not be warranted by Putco.