Installing Victory 4X4 26 gallon skid?

has any else wrestled with this instrutionless mess?

 

LOL, return that crap.

 

The video didn't help you out?

 

Not sure if you are joking but like stated, there’s a video right on the site.

https://www.victory4x4.com/product/VTU23SD-TNK.html

Looks pretty simple to me. I’m sure @brimy311 can chime in as well.

 

well he says it bolts the the carrier bearing bolts but it seems to mount to a hole above.
but if you have a lift you'll need spacers for that as well as the front skids
the rear bracket in the center pulls the skid too far over so it doesn't line up any where else.
he talked about the a pdf that doesn't exists.
when i ask which bracket goes where via email i didn't get a reply.
when i called the tech support guy couldn't answer my questions.
then sent a model picture to where bracket goes.
but nothing lined up.
different nuts and bolts with no explanation.

a quick photo of each mount and bracket
with the bolt to use would be a simple fix.
or even a video of the 26 install with a bit better detail shots.
the 38 has only two similar brackets.
impossible to mark where the holes are to be drill when i can't get it to line up.
before you sell something make instructions.
especial with so many parts
pretty frustrating

 

not really.

 

Hmm. I'm interested in the outcome of this. I liked the more robust gussets and mounting points on their skid, but didn't care to drill. This might be the push I need to completely pass on it.

 

when i get it on i'll post.
it seems solid.
but man the drilling sucks.
the brackets are a ton more solid than expected.
better than the RCi mounts!!
but the 38 seems to have a better mounting system.

instructions to take out the times of hues work would go a very long way.

 

Beats the shit plastic one that is OEM that broke on me when I went through a puddle.

 

i think the product is great but the guess work to install is a pain.

i was hoping some had one and could send a few photos

but this morning i got an email from them.

 

What insight did they have to offer?

 

i give you the full run down when it's in.

 

Awesome. Thanks!

 

so i got it in and it was a pain i would find a full lift if you get one and wait until they come up with the PDF guide with the drilling measurements.
because when mocked up the best i could it still comes up a bit short on the drivers side.
i should re drill holes on the passenger side. it touches the tank.
but the bracket line up.


it's a great product. solid!
but the mounting hole guides like they say in the video that doesn't exist would make it an amazing product.

i can't imagine this thing will crumble under even an extreme rock stike.

 

Good report. Man, don't think that made my decision any easier, though, haha. Touching the tank and the mounting hole thing makes me think fitment isn't quite there. And based on what you're saying, it's probably too stout to force into place/shape

 

I'm going to be buying this product either way because of its strength over RCI. Can you provide pics of what you're working with? Maybe include pics of the problems for the rest of us that will be doing this install.

 

I have a 38 gallon skid from them and waiting until my WhiteKnuckle sliders come in before I mount it. I need to do both at the same time since they are from different companies. I did not like Victories sliders and was sold on WK sliders. Time will tell, I am a few weeks out before I can mount

 

The fuel skid is not even close to touching the other skids from everything I've seen and read. If you were talking about engine and transmission/ transfer case skids then I'd understand.

 

But I have the 26, not 38 so I'm not sure how close the two come together

 

i will
i think with two people and a lift it would be easier.

 

What about one person and a floor Jack? Asking for a friend

 

i'll give ya the measurements to drill then it should
then it will be less horrible

 

I might call you friend if you did

 

did you get that skid installed?

i finally got it in right?

 

No, I came across a full set of used bud built skids and am waiting on shipping.

 

sweet!!!

 

Do you guys have any pix to show which bracket goes on each section of the skid?

I have 2" lift up front and .175 CB shackles in the back with a centerline drop kit.

Looks like it's going to be a complicated install

 

i'll send you a photo of where i drilled the rest seem like it won't fit but once tightened it is all solid as a rock.
but i had to drill twice and messed up.
and it not easy putting a hole in that frame.......thank god... but holy hell!

 

and measure and send you those too.

 

One of my brackets is bent at the end so that must be intentional for a bit of relief to the fitment. Looks like I need to try and fit the skid before painting any further