The manual PDFs are very good. Study them before starting. The placement of the p-clips and wires/hoses is very important.
- Be careful when studying the PDFs and photos. There are big differences in LHD vs RHD.
If you're installing the Front Lift Kit (optional), install the pump before screwing in the battery clamp. This avoids having to remove the battery later, plus it's much easier before the steering rack is installed. The hoses for the lift and different lengths and there's not much slack so be sure the pump is in a location where both hoses can reach.
- Lay out the wiring loom per the diagram and make sure all branches are split properly. My right side mirror wires were grouped with many of the dash wires and I had to split them.
- The wiring loom should be mounted along the outside of the frame when routing along the side of the car (not inside the triangles).
Debur the frame's suspension bolt holes before installing the radiator and coolant pipes, otherwise some spots will be cramped later.
If you're installing an LT heat exchanger, be sure to apply thread sealer when screwing in the fittings. The parts are aluminum-to-aluminum and can bind very easily and destroy the threads. If you have a M22 x 1.5 pitch tap, considering verifying the threads are good first.
There's a 1/4" steam pipe that comes with the radiator parts. It's not need for LT engines.
Consider wrapping your coolant pipes to reduce potential cabin heat. Some options are Fiberglass Fire Sleeves, DEI products and Header Wrap.
Luggage Containers:
- Create cardboard templates when determining where to cut luggage containers.
- When fitting, insert them top in first and then rotate to get the bottom in.
- The tabs will need to be trimmed/filed/bent to fit.
- The underbody aluminum piece that connects the container to the frame can be riveted in now or later with the sidepods (sandwich pieces).