Installation

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Aluminum and Steel Cross and Saddle Boxes Models 114 thru 159
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and
warnings completely before
installation.
Periodically lubricate the
Cover Striker with a heavy
white grease, all pivot
points on the Latch Mecha-
nism, Latch Rod Rubber
Grommets (Saddle Boxes
only) and Hinge with a me-
dium weight oil. Light-
weight oil is too light for
this application, unless ap-
plied more frequently.
BOLT KIT
Bolt Kit #32-0005 is provided with
your box. Check this bolt kit to be
sure the following parts are in-
cluded:
Qty. Description
4 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
4 Fender Washer
4 Retaining Washer
4 "J" Bolt
PARTS LIST
• 1- Cross box or Saddle box
• 1- Bolt Kit
• 2 Mounting Pads (20" or 27")
• 2- Keys
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Ratchet Wrench with 1/2" Deep
Well Socket
• Ruler
• Tape
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Cover closure will vary
from the flexing of the box, until
the box is bolted (using two "J"
bolts per side) to the truck bed.
DANGER
Danger of explosion. Do not use this product for storing or trans-
porting flammables, explosives, hazardous materials, or hazardous
waste, such as containers of gasoline, solvents, gun powder,
dynamite, propane tanks, acetylene tanks and cutting torches.
This product is only intended and safe for use in storing and trans-
porting small tools, equipment and other similar materials. Any
modifications made to, or unintended use of this product, could
create a hazardous condition that can cause death, serious
personal injury or property damage.
NOTE: Some mounting configura-
tions may result in interference
between the "J" bolt and the
stake pocket. If this occurs, it will
be necessary to drill a hole at the
top of the stake pocket at the front
"J" bolt mounting location. Place
unit in desired location and mark
the front slots on the mounting
pad, drill the stake pocket with a
1/2" drill bit, at an upward angle,
where the stake pocket and the
top of the bed meet
(see Figure 4.) at this location.
Rev. H 11/99 Part No. 24-0128
1. Park vehicle on level ground. Place
Mounting pads on vehicle & tape them,
so they won't move.
NOTE: If installing on a Toyota Tun-
dra with "J" bolts, you will have to
turn box over and drill 3/8" dia.
holes 3/8" in from the Partition and
stagger 3/8" in from the slots (see
Figure 5.) Assemble "J" bolts onto
box before setting the box into the
truck. (See Figure 1) Turn "J" bolts
to the side to avoid hitting top of
bed when placing box into bed.
2. Set the box into position on the top
sides of the bed an equal distance from
the front of the bed. Also adjust equal
side to side placement. Open the
cover.
NOTE: If your pickup has a
bedliner, you may need to drill,
trim, or cut the liner for proper
installation of this product.
NOTE: If installing the box on a
1997 or newer Ford Full Size truck,
it will be necessary to assemble
the "J" bolt on the box before
placing the box on the truck.
Follow Step 3. for "J" bolt
assembly.