TECTONIC OVERLAND FTM-L Molle Panel Lower Kit Installation Guide

TECTONIC OVERLAND FTM-L Molle Panel Lower Kit

INSTALLATION GUIDE

MOLLE PANEL – LOWER KIT

MOLLE PANEL – LOWER KIT

Ford Transit
Part # FTM-L
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HARDWARE INCLUDED:

• 1 PASSENGER SIDE MOLLE 1 DRIVER SIDE MOLLE
• 2 SUPPORT BRACKET
• 8 M6x 45mm BOLT
• 2 M6x 16mm BOLT
• 10 M6 WASHER
• 10 M6 RIVNUT

6 SPACERS

THREAD LOCKER
RIVNUT
TOOL
4mm HEX KEY

5/16″ DRILL BIT
1/8″ DRILL BIT
SMALL PLASTIC PRY TOOL (OPTIONAL)

9/16″ WRENCH

10mm SOCKET

LET’S DO THIS!

OVERVIEW

The trick to installing the panels is installing them securely in the right place. We’ve made this simple for you by using clip locations on the plastic door panels to locate the panels and existing hole location on the door as a place to securely attach the MOLLE panels. This guarantees proper installation every time.

PREP
There’s really no prep for installing this hardware. We’ve designed the installation to be as easy as possible and leave very little room for error. That being said, if you’re not comfortable doing this installation, reach out to us and we can talk you through it or we can help you find a reputable service location to do the installation for you. You got this!

STEP 1, REMOVE DOOR PANELS (FROM BOTH DOORS)

Using your fingers or a plastic prying tool (to avoid scratching the doors), gently pry the door panels loose and set them aside.

STEP 2, REMOVE THE ATTACHEMENT CLIPS

Remove the four attachement clips shown below. They simply slide out to the side with finger pressure.

STEP 3, DRILL PILOT HOLES

Using an 1/8″ drill bit and from the rear of the panel, drill a pilot hole through the plastic door panel in the center of the location where the clip used to be. Be as exact as you can here, but there is a tiny amount of room for error do don’t sweat it too much. Repeat this in all spots where a clip was removed.
Finally, from the front side*, redrill the holes to a final diameter using a 5/16″ bit.

• We highly recommend (nay, insist) these are drilled from the front side. The plastic ribbing on the back side can cause the 5/16″ bit to walk away from the pilot hole, resulting in a misplaced mounting hole.

STEP 4, INSTALL RIVNUTS

Locate the following holes. These holes correspond to the hole position you drilled out on the door panels.

STEP 4, INSTALL THE RIVNUTS (CONTINUED)

• Thread the rivnut onto the rivnut tool and place the rivnut into one of the specified holes, taking care to ensure the rivnut is fully seated against its flange as show in the image to the right.
• Use a 9/16″ wrench to hold the outside of the tool and a ratchet with a 10mm socket to turn the bolt head of the tool.
• While ensuring the rivnut flange stays flat against the door, tighten the bolt of the tool.

Once the rivnut feels snug in the hole (cannot rotate freely), tighten the bolt head 1/4 turn more. Do not overtighten the rivnut. This could damage the rivnut threads.
Repeat this process for all 6 rivnuts.

STEP 5, REINSTALL THE DOOR PANELS

Install the modified door panels back to their original position.
NOTE : It’s okay if the door panels feel a little less secure than before. The MOLLE panels will tighten them up once installed.

STEP 6, PREINSTALL MOLLE PANEL HARDWARE

• Apply thread locker to the M6x16mm bolt and install the bracket loosely to the panel. This bolt will be tightened at the end.
• Insert the M6x45mm bolts into the correct holes of each panel. Place the spacer on the bolts and apply thread locker to the bolt.

STEP 7, INSTALL MOLLE PANELS

Position the MOLLE panel to the hole locations, starting with the bracket at the top. Working your way around, gradually tighten all bolts. Do not over- tighten. Everything should feel snug but not require lots of torque.

STEP 8, ACCESSORIZE!

All done! Check out MOLLE accessories on our site to outfit your panels with more functionality than you’ll know what to do with.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING
This product must be installed properly to ensure its safe use. Incorrect installation may result in serious injury to you or others and damage to personal property. If you have any doubts about your ability to correctly install this product, we strongly recommend seeking assistance from a professional installer.

PRODUCT LIFETIME WARRANTY STATEMENT
Our company takes great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. We stand behind our product’s performance and durability with a comprehensive Lifetime Warranty.
This Lifetime Warranty covers all aspects of manufacturing defects and failures that might occur over the life of the product. These include but are not limited to corrosion, material defects to the aluminum, defects to the powder coat finish, or defects with any of the fasteners.

Please note that this warranty does NOT cover damages due to misuse, accidents, modifications, or any other damages inflicted by the user post- purchase. Regular wear and tear over the course of the product’s use is also not covered by this warranty.

If you encounter an issue with our product that you believe is covered by this warranty, please reach out to us immediately via our Warranty Support Form available on our website. Our dedicated warranty support team will assist you promptly.
This warranty is only valid for the original purchaser of the product, and proof of purchase may be required during the warranty claim process. This Lifetime Warranty is in effect for the original purchaser for as long as they own the product.

FUN

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TECTONIC OVERLAND FOR YOUR ADVENTURE NEEDS.

HAPPY ADVENTURING!

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