Front Runner TBMK019 2 Piece Tent Mount Kit

Product Information

• Product Name: Front Runner Quick Release Tent Mount Kit
• Model Numbers: TBMK019, TBMK020, TBMK021
• Components in the Box:
  1. 2 x Latch Plate – 1LH & 1RH
  2. 2 x Catch Plate – 1LH & 1RH
  3. 2 x Bobbin Female
  4. 2 x Bobbin Male
  5. 6 x M8 x 20 Hex Bolt
  6. 6 x M8 x 35 Hex Bolt
  7. 6 x M8 Nut Cap
  8. 8 x M8 Nyloc Nut
• Tools Needed: 13mm wrench/spanner
• Tightening Torque: M8 – 15-20Nm / 11.06 ft lb – 14.75 ft lb
• Tent Channel Plates Compatibility:
  • Tent031 (Front Runner Roof Top Tent)
  • James Baroud – TBMK031 (Sold Separately)
  • Autohome – TBMK032 (Sold Separately)
  • iKamper – TBMK033 (Sold Separately)

Product Usage Instructions

Get Organized:

Before starting the installation, familiarize yourself with the fitting instructions and check that you have received all the components mentioned on page 2 of the manual.

Fit and Secure:

Tent Channel Orientation:

Depending on the orientation of the tent opening, you may need to rotate the tent channels.

Assembly

Assemble the Catch Plate, Male Bobbin, and Female Bobbin to the tent using the provided M8 x 35 Hex Bolt, M8 x 20 Hex Bolt, and M8 Nyloc Nuts. Do not fully tighten at this stage.

Positioning Latch Plates:

Choose where you want to position the tent on the rack, taking into account its length and width. Fit the Latch Plates loosely to the rack using the M8 x 20 Hex Bolts and M8 Nyloc Nuts. Ensure that the closed side of the Mount Brackets faces toward the front of the rack and that they are parallel to the side of the rack.

Bracket Fitting: Measure the distance between the center points of the Latch Plates. If possible, fit the brackets to combined slats. If not possible, stagger the brackets. For larger and heavier tents, additional mounting brackets may be required.

Mounting Brackets: If needed, install additional mounting brackets for larger and heavier tents.

Tightening: Measure the distance between the centers of the channel feet and ensure it matches the position of the Rack Mount Brackets installed in Step 2.3. Once confirmed, fully tighten the Catch Bracket assembly to the tent channel.

Note: Do not over-tighten any bolts or the Bobbin Bolt. Refer to the provided tightening torque specifications for proper tightening.

Important Warning: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by failure to install the product according to these instructions. If you have any questions about the installation, please contact us.

READ ME !

Thank you for purchasing a Front Runner Quick Release Tent Mount Kit.
Before you start, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the Fitting Instructions and the components received.
Refer to Page 2 for a list of all the components, quantities and tools required.

IMPORTANT WARNING!

IT IS CRITICAL THAT ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS BE PROPERLY AND SECURELY ASSEMBLED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR VEHICLE. IMPROPER ATTACHMENT COULD RESULT IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT, AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSEMBLING AND SECURING ALL FRONT RUNNER PRODUCTS TO YOUR VEHICLE, CHECKING THE ATTACHMENTS PRIOR TO USE, AND PERIODICALLY INSPECTING THE PRODUCTS FOR ADJUSTMENT, WEAR AND DAMAGE. THEREFORE, YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS SUPPLIED WITH YOUR FRONT RUNNER PRODUCT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION OR USE. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONS, OR IF YOU HAVE NO MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND ARE NOT THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES, YOU SHOULD HAVE THE PRODUCT INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL INSTALLER OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

NOTE: Front Runner will not be responsible for any damage caused by the failure to install the product according to these instructions.

Please call us if you have any questions about the installation of this product.

GET ORGANIZED

IN THE BOX

TOOLS NEEDED

Tightening Torque:
M8 : 15-20Nm / 11.06 ft lb – 14.75 ft lb

FIT AND SECURE

Depending on the orientation of the tent opening the tent channels may need to be rotated.

Assemble the Catch, Male Bobbin & Female Bobbin (Items 2, 3 & 4) to the tent using M8 x 35 Hex Bolt, M8 x 20 Hex Bolt and M8 Nyloc Nuts (Items 5, 6 & 8).
DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN
Tent Channel Plates supplied with Front Runner Roof Top Tent (Tent031).

Additional Tent Channel Plate sets may be required for other tent models.

• James Baroud – TBMK031 (Sold Seperately).
• Autohome – TBMK032 (Sold Seperately).
• iKamper – TBMK033 (Sold Seperately).

IMPORTANT
Insert the Latch Plate (Item 1) into the Bobbin Assembly.
The Latch Plate should be snug in the Bobbin Assembly, but still allow it to move freely when removed or inserted.

Tighten / loosen Bobbin bolt if needed. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN BOBBIN BOLT.

Taking into account the length and width of your tent, choose where you’d like to position it on the rack. This will determine where you need to fit the Latch Plates (Item 1).

Where possible use the combined slats to mount the brackets. If this is not possible then a slat with a leg or foot installed.

Loosely fit the Latch Plates to the rack using M8 x 20 Hex Bolts and M8 Nyloc Nuts (Items 5 & 8).

Note the position of the Latch Plates and the Latch orientation. Make sure that the closed side of the Mount Brackets are facing toward the front of the rack and that they are parallel to the side of the rack.

Measure the distance between the center points of the Latch Plates. You will need this measurement for tightening the Catch Plate assembly to the tent channel
in step 2.6.
Where possible the Brackets should be fitted to a combined Slats (A).
If the tent mouting channel length does not allow this, the brackets should be staggered (B).

For larger & heavier tents additional mounting brackets may be required.

Measure the distance between the centers of the channel feet to make sure it matches the position of the Rack Mount Brackets installed in Step 2.3.
Once the measurements have been confirmed, fully tighten the Catch Bracket assembly to the tent channel.

Some hard shell tents may need additional support, such as James Baroud, Ikamper & Autohome.
Hard Shell Tent Support Channels by Front Runner (B) sold seperately.
Depending on the tent manufacturer, your hard shell tent warranty may be voided if your tent is damaged and you did not provide proper lateral support for the hard shell tent.

Flip the tent over and lower it onto the rack making sure the Bobbins align with the Rack Mount Brackets.
Push the tent forward so that the Bobbins slide fully into the Latch Plates.
Latch all 4 Latches to secure the tent into the brackets.

FINISH
Congratulations! You did it. Take a step back and admire your work!

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