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*** Easier removal of the T-handle (4 AN3 bolts) | *** Easier removal of the T-handle (4 AN3 bolts) | ||
**** One mod is to replace the nuts with nutplates, so you don't have to fumble with washers and nuts in a tight space. | **** One mod is to replace the nuts with nutplates, so you don't have to fumble with washers and nuts in a tight space. | ||
**** One can also change out the bolts with AN-4s and tap the T-handle bracket. | **** One can also change out the bolts with AN-4s and tap the T-handle bracket. Keep in mind though that bolts usually need to engage into an aluminum thread with twice the diameter in length. | ||
*** Easier removal of the rear stopper (2 AN4 bolts - factory installed within the rail) <br>The mod is to replace the nuts that are part of the seat rail with nutplates below the seat (needs match drilling and longer bolts). | *** Easier removal of the rear stopper (2 AN4 bolts - factory installed within the rail) <br>The mod is to replace the nuts that are part of the seat rail with nutplates below the seat (needs match drilling and longer bolts). | ||
** The space behind the seat is tight. Once the seat is free to slide back, it still won't come out because it will bump into the flap torque tube cover before it is completely out of the rail. It is tedious to remove the flap cover, especially if you have carpet on it. An additional mod is to chamfer the front end of the nylon track sleeves in the seats so you can angle the seat up before it hits the flap cover. | ** The space behind the seat is tight. Once the seat is free to slide back, it still won't come out because it will bump into the flap torque tube cover before it is completely out of the rail. It is tedious to remove the flap cover, especially if you have carpet on it. An additional mod is to chamfer the front end of the nylon track sleeves in the seats so you can angle the seat up before it hits the flap cover. | ||