Date:         Thu, 13 Jun 2002 18:19:00 EDT
Reply-To:     BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM
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From:         Ben T <BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: More ?s  85 GL Mudflaps/driver's step
Comments: To: prb@TELEVAR.COM
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In a message dated 6/13/02 12:21:10 PM Pacific Daylight Time, prb@TELEVAR.COM
writes:

<< QUESTION:
 Maybe I need to install a handle (instead of/in addition to a step) on the
 driver's side to help me pull up-- WHERE would not be a problem visually
 when driving,>>

Place it where in a spot similar to the handle in the passenger side. This is
where the handle is installed in the RHD vehicles.

<< though, that also has the strength to hold a handle? Maybe on
 the outside to the right of the door? >>

See above answer. Be careful drilling the mounting holes though. There are
wires running up the A-pillar which you can easily short out by carelessly
drilling. Thanks to Jeff (AKA Oxroad) for helping me avoid that pitfall.

<< hmmm I just want to stop using the steering wheel for leverage, you know?
Can't be good for the wheel to get yanked on....>>

Doesn't seem to be any different from yanking on it when you are driving. It
is designed for those kind of pressures I would think. That is unless you
have a buffalo butt like my buddy Mike Miller

<< QUESTION:
 MUDFLAPS-- to those who gave pointers to places to buy them and prices,
 thank you.  What I'm still not clear on is where you put 'em and if the way
 to attach them is already there on an 85GL, ...>>

Depends on which one you use. Best way to install is by pop-rivets. Sheet
metal screws are OK too but now as secure. Not to mention makes them
removable by vandals or thieves.

BenT
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