Step 1 - Check
Make sure you have all the hardware required for each bracket.
OZ19 Installation Instructions - Ozroofracks
For full installation instructions follow the manual that came with your set or download it below. It's especially important to refer to your vehicle manual in order to know the loading rate of your vehicle roof. Remember that the condition of your gutter and the weight of the accessories clamped will affect the stability of this product.
IMPORTANT: Power tools are NOT REQUIRED to install our product/s. By using power tools you can damage your vehicle and the thread on the brackets. As any other metal autopart some parts are masked when powder coating (like the threads) meaning bare metal is expose. If you're planning a low-maintenance and/or long-lasting installation use a good silicone self-fusing tape, liquid sealant, high density thread seal tape or anaerobic sealant to avoid rust.
Step 2 - Clean
Clean the gutter and make sure there is nothing where you'll place the bracket.
Step 3 - Protect gutter
Place a piece of paper on the vehicle wall to protect it from scratches.
Step 4 - Gutter Plate
Put the gutter small plate over the gutter, laying down over the vehicle wall.
Step 5 - Put the rubber
Fit the adhesive rubber on the bracket, where the bracket will contact the vehicle (under gutter - fig.3).
Step 6 - Position
Gently position the bracket under the gutter, securing the over gutter plate.
Step 7 - Preventive Treatments
We encourage installers to use a good silicone self-fusing tape, liquid sealant, high density thread seal tape or anaerobic sealant if you're planning a low-maintenance and long-lasting installation.
Step 8 - Washers
Remember that the nylon washer is there to avoid as much the contact between bolts and the SS304 washers.
Step 9 - Be Aware
Always make sure the bolt you've placed doesn't damage the body wall during the installation.
TIP* You can use the long bolts to approximate the backplate then swap to the short ones.
Step 10 - Need a spacer?
In some high roofs, the bracket needs to be spaced from the body to keep it vertical. It's enough to place a thin outdoor rubber trim as per picture.
Step 11 - Start tightening
Now you can start tightening the bolt to the bracket, be careful as depending on the bolt used it might stick close the van wall.
Step 12 - Finish
Everything should be ready by now to fit accessories and re-check the installation.
