9
Initial Setup & Assembly
Install Front Hitch Mounting Brackets &
Angling Rod Support Arm
NOTE: Once installed, the front and rear hitch mounting
brackets need not be removed.
1. Attach the left front hitch mounting bracket (A Figure
10) to the pre-drilled holes in the frame using 5/16-18
x 1-1/4” bolts, lockwashers, and nuts.
See Figure 9 for hole location.
2. See Figure 11. Attach the right front hitch mounting
bracket (A) and angling rod support arm (C) to the
frame using 5/16-18 x 1-1/4” bolts, lockwashers, and
nuts.
3. Install the support arm eye bolt (A, Figure 12) and
secure with a hex nut.
Figure 10. Front Hitch Mounting Brackets
A.
Hitch Bracket
B.
Frame
C.
Capscrews, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4”
D.
Nut & Lockwasher
A
D
B
C
Figure 9. Front Hitch Bracket Mounting Holes
Bracket Mounting
Holes Located Here
Figure 11. Front Hitch Mounting Brackets
A.
Hitch Bracket
B.
Frame
C.
Support Arm
A
B
C
Figure 12. Install Angling Arm
A.
Support Arm Eye Bolt
B.
Support Arm
A
B
