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How to Install Rugged Ridge Textured Black X-Clamp for 2.25-3 in. Tubing 3 in. Square LED Light Kit on your 87-18 Jeep Wrangler YJ, TJ, JK & JL


1. Disassemble the X-Clamp Front and X-Clamp Back by loosening the jam nuts then removing the 4 bolts and 8 jam nuts.
2. Determine the correct orientation to mount the X-Clamp by holding the X-Clamp Front and X-Clamp back to the tube. Rotate the X-Clamp pieces 90° to


3. Select appropriate bolt length for your tube diameter.
For X-Clamp 2.25"-3.0", 2.5" and 3.0" diameter tubes require jam nuts. ForX-Clamp 1.25"-2.0", 1.5" and 2.0" diameter tubes require jam nuts. Note: to prevent jam nut
interference with the high point of tube, keep jam nuts separate on bolt shaft during install.
4. Attach X-Clamp to tube by gradually tightening all bolts evenly in an "X" pattern. Tighten to 3 ft-lbs. Do not exceed 3 ft-lbs.


5. Tighten jam nuts to a snug fit. Do not over tighten. Make sure bolts are tightened before tightening jam nuts.
6. Attach mounting tab to X-Clamp Back.Tighten to 8 ft-lbs.
NOTICE Apply red Loctite(R) or equivalent thread sealer before tightening threads of flat head screw.
7. Apply logo to recess in X-Clamp Front.
WARNING Inspect and retourque fasteners after first 50 miles and frequently thereafter, particularly after use off-road.
DO NOT USE & REPLACE IF X-CLAMP OR FASTENERS BECOME DAMAGED.
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