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1 F.A.S.T. Anchoring System Owners Manual 1999 Chief Automotive Systems, Inc.

2 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL CHIEF S LIMITED ONE-YEA WAANTY & LIABILITY Chief Automotive Systems, Inc. warrants for one year from date of installation and/or purchase any of its products which do not perform satisfactorily due to defect caused by faulty material or workmanship. Chief s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of products which are defective and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or defaced by repair or repairs made or attempted by others. CHIEF AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, INC. DOES NOT ASSUME ESPONSIBILITY FO ANY DEATH, INJUY O POPETY DAMAGE ESULTING FOM THE OPEATO S NEGLIGENCE O MISUSE OF THIS PODUCT O ITS ATTACHMENTS. CHIEF MAKES NO WITTEN, EXPESS O IMPLIED WAANTY WHATSOEVE OF MECHANTABILITY O FITNESS FO A PATICULA PUPOSE O OTHEWISE EGADING THE EQUIPMENT O ANY PAT OF THE PODUCT OTHE THAN THE LIMITED ONE-YEA WAANTY STATED ABOVE. eturned merchandise requires a ETUNED GOODS AUTHO- IZATION NUMBE on the package. Authorization numbers can be obtained by calling or writing the Customer Service Department, Chief Automotive Systems, Inc. No returned merchandise will be accepted without an authorization number. All returned merchandise must be shipped freight prepaid (and may be subject to a 15 percent handling and restocking charge) to: Chief Automotive Systems, Inc. Attn: eturned Goods Dept. Your Authorized 1924 E. Fourth St. or Chief Automotive Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 1368 epresentative Grand Island, Ne

F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL The flexibility of Chief Automotive s F.A.S.T. Anchoring System allows it to secure frame rail vehicles to the mainframes of most pulling systems.

In addition, many of the system s components allow structural components to move with the pulls when correcting diamond and twist.

Then install anchoring system bases into the clamp mounts and insert UMS adapter tubes. (See Figure 3.) 2.

3 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL The flexibility of Chief Automotive s F.A.S.T. Anchoring System allows it to secure frame rail vehicles to the mainframes of most pulling systems. The equipment can be used in conjunction with standard size Universal Anchoring System (UAS) stands, Universal Measuring System (UMS) pinchweld stands, or Anchoring Adapter System bases that allow insertion of UAS or UMS adapter tubes. In addition to providing a secure hold, the system can be adjusted for height variances so the vehicle s reference points are parallel with the specified datum plane. In addition, many of the system s components allow structural components to move with the pulls when correcting diamond and twist. If using an Anchoring Adapter System, position appropriate size clamp mounts (for pulling system being used) directly below anchoring locations. Then install anchoring system bases into the clamp mounts and insert UMS adapter tubes. (See Figure 3.) 2. Lift front of vehicle (both sides at same time) using selson jack or other suitable lifting device(s). (See Figure 4.) CAUTION: Install anchoring stands at front of! center section first to prevent vehicle instability when lifting rear of vehicle. Anchoring system usage is easy and is limited only by the imagination of the technician doing the work. The equipment accommodates the majority of today s pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and full frame cars. The installation guidelines in this manual provide an overview of how the various anchoring components are used in given situations. NOTE: All of Chief s measuring system s can be used in conjunction with the F.A.S.T. Anchoring System. If using the Universal Measuring System, however, refer to page 7 for datum height adjustment procedures. Anchoring Stand Installation IMPOTANT: Before installing anchoring equipment, note location of base reference points in four corners of vehicle s center section. Anchoring equipment must not interfere with the measuring of these points. Correct positioning of anchoring stands is the first step toward installation. To accomplish this: UMS Pinchweld Stand Mounting Bracket Figure 1 UMS Adapter Tube 1. Position stands at four corners of vehicle s center section near anchoring locations on vehicle. Anchoring locations may include (dependent upon vehicle design and existing damage): suspension/spring mounts, cradle mounts, box frame rails, open channel frame rails, or reference holes on side of frame rails. NOTE: If using Universal Anchoring System (UAS) bases (see Figure 1), insert Universal Measuring System (UMS) adapter tubes in the bases and adjust each to an identical height at this time. (See Universal Anchoring System Owners Manual - Part No ). If using UMS pinchweld stands, position appropriate size clamp mounts (for pulling system being used) directly below the anchoring locations. Then insert UMS pinchweld stands in the clamp mounts. (See UMS Pinchweld Stands Owners Manual - Part No ). (See Figure 2.) 1 Anchoring Figure 2 Adapter System Figure 3 Figure 4

F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL 3. Position front anchoring stands at identical locations, one side of vehicle to the other. Attach assemblies to mainframe but do not secure firmly at this time.

) The bars serve as a base for the mounting attachments. Use of short or long bars is dependent upon accessibility of vehicle s structural components.

) Long bars are 63 inches (1,606 mm) in length and attach to anchoring stand assemblies located directly across from each other (See Figure 6.) Use two washers with each mounting bolt.

(See Figures 7, 8 and 9.) Place one washer between bolt head and anchoring stand mounting surface and another washer between nut and mounting surface of long or short bar.

This positioning allows more room for measuring. 5. Install anchoring attachments. (See anchoring attachment applications which follow this section.

4 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL 3. Position front anchoring stands at identical locations, one side of vehicle to the other. Attach assemblies to mainframe but do not secure firmly at this time. 4. Attach short or long bars to vertical plates of front anchoring stand assemblies using bolts, nuts and washers provided. (Figure 5 shows attachment of short bar.) The bars serve as a base for the mounting attachments. Use of short or long bars is dependent upon accessibility of vehicle s structural components. IMPOTANT: Short bars are 13 inches (330 mm) in length and attach individually to anchoring stand assemblies. (See also Figure 5.) Long bars are 63 inches (1,606 mm) in length and attach to anchoring stand assemblies located directly across from each other (See Figure 6.) Use two washers with each mounting bolt. Some anchoring applications require rotating of short or long bars to accommodate slope of vehicle s frame rail. This rotation requires use of the curved slots on mounting surface of bars. (See Figures 7, 8 and 9.) Place one washer between bolt head and anchoring stand mounting surface and another washer between nut and mounting surface of long or short bar. Both short and long bars are designed to secure attachments at mounting locations while keeping anchoring stand bases outboard of vehicle s structural components. This positioning allows more room for measuring. 5. Install anchoring attachments. (See anchoring attachment applications which follow this section.) Firmly secure attachments to vehicle s structural components (where applicable) and loosely secure attachments to the short or long bars. IMPOTANT: If vehicle s center section is undamaged, use identical anchoring attachments on each side of vehicle. If center section is damaged (for example: diamond), it may require different attachments on opposite sides of vehicle. A vise attachment might be used on one side and a slide plate on the other. After center section damage is removed, the slide plate would be replaced by a vise attachment. NOTE: In rare instances it may not be possible to use identical attachments on opposite sides due to structural design of vehicle 7. epeat procedure at rear of vehicle. 8. After front and rear anchoring attachments have been installed, firmly secure attachments to short or long bars and firmly secure anchoring stand assemblies to mainframe. Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 6. Lower vehicle s front end. 2

inserting shims between top surface of short or long bars and base of mounting attachments (see Figure 11).

1/4 inch (6.35 mm), 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), 1 inch (25.4 mm), and 2 inches (50.8 mm). (See Figure 12.

The bolt projects upward through tie down plate, and threads directly into attachment. (See Figure 13.

Tie-Down Plate L-Shaped Attachment Bolt Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 In addition to anchoring components, a pair of

The assists are for secondary holding purposes and are used for supporting anchoring stands extending upward, or for

5 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Anchoring Attachment Applications The following information and illustrations identify various anchoring attachments provided. Height adjustments for each application are made by raising or lowering UMS adapter tubes (see Figure 10) and/or inserting shims between top surface of short or long bars and base of mounting attachments (see Figure 11). Spacers, which can also be used between L-shaped attachments and vertical rails, are provided in these thicknesses: 1/4 inch (6.35 mm), 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), 1 inch (25.4 mm), and 2 inches (50.8 mm). (See Figure 12.) Attachments are secured to the bars by means of tie down plates and appropriate length bolts. The bolt projects upward through tie down plate, and threads directly into attachment. (See Figure 13.) The only exception relates to the horizontal clamp attachment, which is secured with a nut and washer. Tie-Down Plate L-Shaped Attachment Bolt Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 In addition to anchoring components, a pair of turnbuckle assists are provided which may be required for some setups. The assists are for secondary holding purposes and are used for supporting anchoring stands extending upward, or for supporting short bars projecting inward. (See Figures 14 and 15.) The device consists of a cylindrical center unit with adjustable hooks at each end. Turnbuckle assists may also be used as tie down attachments to hold structural components secure while pulls are made on the opposite side of the vehicle. (See Figure 16.) T hook and/or tie down chain can be used in these situations as needed. Figure 15 Figure 16 Shim Figure 10 Figure 11 3

short or long bars and are adjusted to width of box shaped rails. (See Figure 17.

The vise portion of the clamp is secured to the rail by tightening the horizontal bolts of the attachment. (See Figure 18.

A tie down strap and ratchet assembly can be used with the attachment when upward pulls are required.

rail. On opposite side of rail it is secured to the short bar using a T- bracket and ratchet assembly.

6 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Vise Attachments (Wide/Narrow) / atchet Application Vise attachments mount directly to top of short or long bars and are adjusted to width of box shaped rails. (See Figure 17.) The attachment is secured to bar using a tie down plate and appropriate length bolt. The vise portion of the clamp is secured to the rail by tightening the horizontal bolts of the attachment. (See Figure 18.) IMPOTANT: DO NOT use an impact wrench to tighten the vise attachment. A tie down strap and ratchet assembly can be used with the attachment when upward pulls are required. As shown in Figures 19 and 20, the strap attaches to the pin and clevis on the attachment and is looped over the top of the rail. On opposite side of rail it is secured to the short bar using a T- bracket and ratchet assembly.! CAUTION: DO NOT tighten tie down strap over brake lines or fuel lines. Figure 19 Figure 20 Horizontal Clamp Attachment Application Horizontal clamps can also be positioned on top of short and long bars for attachment to lower lip of open channel frame rails. The clamp assembly is secured to the bar and rail using a tie down plate and appropriate length bolt nut and washer. (See Figure 21and its inset.) Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 21 4

(See Figure 22 inset.) Hole adapters mate with reference holes on underside of frame rails and are secured to rails using a tie down strap, T-bracket and ratchet assembly.

Offset hole adapters allow the measurement of reference points that are occasionally obstructed when using standard hole adapters.

Movement might also be prevented using a turnbuckle assist and/or chain on opposite side of pull.

7 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Hole Adapter / atchet Application Hole adapters can be attached to short or long bars and are used to prevent lateral movement of structural components. Both the standard hole adapter (see Figure 22) and the offset hole adapter (see Figure 23) have a 35mm diameter that can be expanded to a 50 mm diameter by adding an outer sleeve. (See Figure 22 inset.) Hole adapters mate with reference holes on underside of frame rails and are secured to rails using a tie down strap, T-bracket and ratchet assembly. (See Figure 24.) CAUTION: DO NOT tighten tie down strap over! brake lines or fuel lines. Offset hole adapters allow the measurement of reference points that are occasionally obstructed when using standard hole adapters. IMPOTANT: To prevent the attachment from moving (when making angular or side pulls), attach a slide plate assembly next to the hole adapter on the side nearest the pull. Movement might also be prevented using a turnbuckle assist and/or chain on opposite side of pull. Leaf Spring Attachment Application Leaf spring attachments mount to top of short or long bars and mate with design of spring / suspension mount brackets. Figure 25 and its inset and Figure 26 show this application. The base plate is positioned on underside of spring / suspension mount bracket and is secured to short or long bars using a tie down plate and appropriate size bolt. The assembly is secured to the leaf spring using the trailing arm bracket and its accompanying bolts. U-Bolt attachments, two per package - Part No , can be used in place of trailing arm brackets to secure heavy duty trucks with 3 inch (76.2mm) wide leaf springs. (See Figure 27.) Figure 25 Trailing Arm Bracket Figure 22 Figure 26 U-Bolt Attachment Figure 23 Figure 27 Figure 24 5

plate and an appropriate length bolt. The attachments allow rail movement in direction of pulls or prevent rail movement in wrong direction.

Figure 29 shows attachment positioned on inner side of a rail.

. Slot in L-shaped attachment allows access for bolting attachment directly to reference hole on side of frame rail or for straddling bolt that projects from rail s

) Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Sliding Plate Attachments Sliding plate attachments mount to short or long arms but are not secured to vehicle s structural components.

8 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL L-Shaped Attachment Application L-shaped attachments are provided in two sizes and can be secured to short or long bars by means of a tie down plate and an appropriate length bolt. The attachments allow rail movement in direction of pulls or prevent rail movement in wrong direction. (For example: when correcting diamond and sway, respectively.) Figure 28 shows L-shaped attachment used as a guide or block positioned on outer side of a rail. Figure 29 shows attachment positioned on inner side of a rail. As noted earlier, it may be necessary to position spacers between vertical surfaces of rail and L-shaped attachments.. Slot in L-shaped attachment allows access for bolting attachment directly to reference hole on side of frame rail or for straddling bolt that projects from rail s vertical surface. (See Figure 30.) Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Sliding Plate Attachments Sliding plate attachments mount to short or long arms but are not secured to vehicle s structural components. Instead, plates allow a frame rail to slide over their flat surface in the direction of pulls being applied. (See Figure 31 and its inset.) As rail reaches its correct location, sliding plate attachments are replaced with other holding or blocking attachments to prevent rail movement that is no longer needed. Figure 31 Sliding Plate Attachment Vertical Clamps Adjustable jaws of each vertical clamp (see Figure 32) are designed to hold the vehicle secure preventing fore and aft and lateral movement of rails. The configuration of the clamp jaws allow them to reach around obstructions (i.e. torsion bars). Vertical clamp assemblies mount to either the long or short bars of the system. Figure 32 6

9 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Adjustments equired When Using Universal Measuring System Install Universal Measuring System (UMS) as per its specification sheet and measure height of four base reference points in vehicle s center section. Then compare measurements of both front and rear points with their specifications. (See example - Figure 33.) NOTE: If diamond or twist exist in center section, follow prescribed procedures for measuring and correcting. Center Section Base eference Points Actual Specifications Difference Measurements Front 300mm 280mm + 20mm ear 420mm 390mm + 30mm Figure 33 To use UMS successfully, the difference between actual measurements and specifications must be identical (or nearly identical) from front of center section to rear. To adjust the vehicle referenced in Figure 33, a technician could try one of the following: Elevate front anchoring location 10mm to create a difference of +30mm at both front and rear. Lower rear anchoring location 10mm to create a difference of +20mm at both front and rear. Elevate front anchoring location 5mm and lower rear anchoring location 5mm to create a difference of +25mm at both front and rear. Height adjustments are made using shims provided. Thicknesses include: 1/4 inch (6.35mm), 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), 1 inch (25.4mm) and 2 inches (50.8mm). UMS Adapter Tubes can also be raised or lowered in 3/4 inch (19 mm) increments. Once differences are equal from front of center section to rear, all other datum height measurements can be gathered and adjusted by the same amount. NOTE: If it is impossible to match the front and rear differences, get them as close as possible and then average the resulting numbers. (See example - Figure 34.) In this example, all other datum height measurements would then be adjusted by 23mm. Center Section Base eference Points Actual Specifications Differences Measurements Front 300mm 280mm + 20mm ear 420mm 394mm + 26mm average + 23mm Figure 34 The amount of deflection in a vehicle s end section will vary dependent upon anchoring locations selected. Although the amount of this deflection can not be predetermined, it will be equal one side of vehicle to the other. For example: If amount of deflection is 12mm on both sides of rear section, and there are no visual indications of damage, the deflection is likely due to anchoring. NOTE: Chief specifications are obtained from vehicles that are anchored at specific points and at specific heights which unload the suspension. 7

F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Parts Information To order parts for the F.A.S.T. Anchoring System, contact a Chief Automotive Systems, Inc.

Description 1, 2 3b 3a 4 20 21 13 1 539400 3.5 L Bracket Assembly 2 539404 7.

5 x 4.0 x 1.0 8 539410 Spacer, 4.5 x 4.0 x 2.

10 F.A.S.T. ANCHOING SYSTEM OWNES MANUAL Parts Information To order parts for the F.A.S.T. Anchoring System, contact a Chief Automotive Systems, Inc. representative or contact Chief Automotive Systems, Inc., 1924 East Fourth Street, Box 1368, Grand Island, Ne , , and refer to part numbers listed. ef. Part No. Description 1, 2 3b 3a L Bracket Assembly L Bracket Assembly 3a Chief Clamp Half Assembly 3b Chief Clamp Base Assembly Slide Plate Assembly Spacer, 4.5 x 4.0 x Spacer, 4.5 x 4.0 x Spacer, 4.5 x 4.0 x Spacer, 4.5 x 4.0 x Hole Adapter Hole Adapter Sleeve Short Bar (Crossbar) Long Bar (Crossbar) Spring Shackle Hold Down atchet Mount Assembly ail Vise Assembly (Wide) * ail Vise Assembly (Narrow) Turnbuckle Assist (Set of Two) Turnbuckle Assist (One) UMS Adapter Tube (One) Plate, EZ Liner Tie Bolt Offset Hole Adapter, 2 per pkg U-Bolt Attachment, 2 per pkg Spring Shackle, Welded Vertical Clamp Base Assembly Vertical Clamp Jaw Assembly Bolt, M12 x 1.75 x 130mm Washer, 3/ Accessory Board Pkg Bolt, M20 x 2.5 x 200 mm HHCS Bolt, M20 x 2.5 x 160mm HHCS Bolt, M20 x 2.5 x 130 mm HHCS Bolt, M20 x 25 x 100 mm HHCS Nut, M20 x 2.5mm, Hex Bolt, M16 x 2.0 x 55 mm HHCS Nut, M16 x 2.0 mm, Hex Washer, Flat, M Bolt, M12 x 1.75 x 50mm HHCS Bolt, M12 x 1.75 x 80mm HHCS Nut, M12 x 1.17 mm, Hex Washer, Flat, M Triangle Pin And Shackle * Not Shown 8

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