Installing skid tips

[drunkenrich]

PuttIng the skid back in my 09 xtx tomorrow for the 1st time, any tips for a quick easy install, my buddy is going to help me so I will have extra hands,thanks guys

 

[sorenson1610]

Remove or unbolt your torsion springs

 

[Mtnviper]

Remove or unbolt your torsion springs

X2, I usually un-hook'em from the rails! The job also goes easier if you lay the sled on it's side. If you do not have a roll-over valve, you can pinch off the breather hose and lay the sled over on to its right side to keep the oil from leaking out.

 

[zeke66]

As I recall, as stated I took the torsion springs off and I used a ratchet strap or 2 to compress the skid. Mines an RTX but wouldnt think it would be much different.

 

[Filks]

A couple of the lever operated ratchet straps with everything hooked up did the trick for me. I went from the top of the torsion springs down to a shaft at the bottom/rear. Helped align the back holes when bolting it up too. Also used a floor jack under the skid because that thing is damn heavy and I don't have a lift.