Demco F250SD User Manual

ASSEMBLY OPERATION REPLACEMENT PARTS

02-06

TP20109, REV.6

Ford F250 SD

Excursion

BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD BOLTS:

Size Grade Torque 5/16" 5 20 ft/lbs. 3/8" 5 35 ft/lbs. 7/16" 5 56 ft/lbs. 1/2" 5 85 ft/lbs.

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METRIC BOLTS:

Size Torque 8mm 22 ft/lbs. 10mm 42 ft/lbs. 12mm 70 ft/lbs. 14mm 95 ft/lbs.

BEFORE attempting operation.

Pin Height - 25” Center - 30-3/4”

9517109 PARTS LIST

Please order replacement parts

by PART NO. and DESCRIPTION.

REF. PART

NO. NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

1. 01253 2 1/2"-13UNC x 2" Hex Bolt Gr.5

2. 00482 8 1/2"-13UNC x 1-3/4" Hex Bolt Gr.5

3. 00084 10 1/2" Lock washer

4. 00085 8 1/2” Flat washer

5. 00083 8 1/2"-13UNC Hex Nut

6. 10554-35 2 Nut Strip

7. 10555-35 1 Left Base Plate Bracket Pull Pod

8. 10556-35 1 Right Base Plate Bracket Pull Pod

9. 10423-91 2 Attaching Pins

10. 02397 2 1/4” Quick Pin

11. 12329 1 Loctite(

not shown

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WARNING:

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF TOWING VEHICLE CONTROL,

SEPARATION OF THE TOW BAR FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, SEPARATION OF THE TOWED VEHICLE FROM THE TOW BAR, CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

CAUTION

Safety is of utmost importance at all times. There are several items that must be checked each time before using and while using a tow bar. Before allowing anyone to hook up or operate a tow bar, be sure they have read and understand the proper operating procedure.

DO NOT use worn or damaged cables and/or pins. Be sure the SAFETY CABLES are hooked, chassis to chassis, to both

the towing and towed vehicles using the crisscross method. Check clearance between vehicles in a turning situation. Check base plate mounting bolts for tightness and frame for metal fatigue. Do not load the towed vehicle with anything as you may exceed the

towing capacity of the tow bar. Keep fingers away from pivot points to prevent personal injury. Be sure the steering components of the towed vehicle are properly

aligned. NOTE: This unit can be backed up in moderate increments. Any

severe backwards cornering could result in damage to the Tow Bar and/or towed vehicle chassis.

For automatic transmissions: Consult your vehicle owners manual for towing suitability with the drive shaft connected. Otherwise, the towed vehicle will have to be equipped with a transmission pump or drive shaft disconnect.

Check to make sure that all lights are in proper working order.

The information on towability of vehicles is reprinted with permission of MotorHome

ever, Demco does not warrant the information to be correct. Always consult your towed vehicle owner’s manual and follow towing instructions. Each year, MotorHome© Magazine, compiles a list of vehicles that can be towed four-down behind a motorhome with no modifications required. This guide contains only those vehicles that have been approved by their manufacturers for towing. This list is

enclosed with this manual.

Caution: MotorHome towing speed limits slower than 55 m.p.h., or distance limits of less than 200 miles. At a minimum, these vehicles require significant modification, such as the use of an aftermarket product, to make them towable. The availability of a Demco Tow Bar Base Plate does not imply that these vehicles can be modified or that there is an aftermarket product available. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual or consult your dealer to determine whether your vehicle can be modified to make it towable. Failure to observe this precaution could result in property damage or personal injury.

Magazine, and is believed to be reliable. How-

Magazine left out any vehicles that have

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION ITEMS

DEMCO products and accessories are intended to be installed by professional installers with experience, proper equipment and the ability to do modification work. Installers with these qualifications can be found in RV and Automotive Service Centers.

If the car to be towed has been in an accident, the chassis may be damaged in an area where the Base Plate attaches. It may no longer be suitable for towing. Extreme caution and careful examination are required in such a situation. It is also likely, even from a minor accident, that the hole alignment will be more difficult due to hole alignment problems.

Many DEMCO Base Plates are designed to use existing holes and hardware to mount the Base Plate to the towed vehicle. Even though the bolt is there, however, do not assume it is adequate for mounting the Base Plate. Manufacturers make many changes in hardware both within and between model years. Be sure the bolt is long enough to protrude past the nut a distance no less than 1/2 the diameter of the bolt, after the Base Plate is mounted. The threads should be in good condition. We require that " Blue" be used on all bolts. If a new bolt is required, be sure it is SAE Grade 5 or Metric

8.8.

NOTE: The dimensional variations between otherwise

identical vehicles can be considerable. Some minor modifications may have to be made to ensure a proper fit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1a. On Excursion and ‘03 F250, remove bumper brace bolt

from each side before going to step 1b.

1b. On one side only, remove two bumper bolts on the front

of bumper, out side of tow hook. These bolts will not be reused.

2. Pull bumper forward and remove three tow hook bolts.

The tow hook or bolts will not be reused.

3. Remove tin cover shield if equipped (‘99 Models).

4. Insert correct side pull pod on side where bumper bolts

were removed. Put two 1/2” x 1-3/4” bolts through out side edge of pod. In the back where bottom bolt comes through, use 1/2” flat washer, 1/2” lock washer, and 1/2” hex nut. Before tightening bolt, lift bumper up and center top bolt in middle of slot while holding pull pod straight. Put 1/2” flat washer, 1/2” lock washer, and 1/2” hex nut on top bolt and tighten. NOTE: We recommend using “ Blue” on all bolts

6a. Install bent nut strip through hole in frame and line up

with rear hole used for tow hook. Install 1/2” x 2” bolt and 1/2” lock washer and tighten.

6b. On some models, pull bumper cover back to gain

access to rear pull pod bolt, or notch out bumper cover according to picture to install bolt.

5. Using pull pod as template, drill 1/2” holes on inside

holes of pull pod through bumper. Install 1/2” x 1-3/4” bolts, 1/2” flat washers, 1/2” lock washers, and 1/2” hex nuts and tighten.

7. Repeat steps 1-6 for other side.

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