Installing body tub

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   Getting ready to re-install my original body tub, after cleaning up the frame.  I searched previous tech questions and could not find an answer. My question is, do I mount the rubber pads on the frame first -perhaps use double side tape or small bit of glue - to old them in place when I put the Tub on frame? Or put the tub on and use a jack to slip rubber pads in proper locations?  

Sounds like dumb question-want to do what works best. I appreciate the help. RS.  

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Fyrwise Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 23 Apr. 2020 Location: CA Status: Offline Points: 29	Post Options Post Reply Quote Fyrwise Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Installing body tub Posted: 08 Sep. 2020 at 9:18pm
	Getting ready to re-install my original body tub, after cleaning up the frame. I searched previous tech questions and could not find an answer. My question is, do I mount the rubber pads on the frame first -perhaps use double side tape or small bit of glue - to old them in place when I put the Tub on frame? Or put the tub on and use a jack to slip rubber pads in proper locations? Sounds like dumb question-want to do what works best. I appreciate the help. RS.

DMusil Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 22 Apr. 2019 Location: Wisconsin Status: Offline Points: 164	Post Options Post Reply Quote DMusil Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 08 Sep. 2020 at 9:25pm
	I used some gasket tack cement on the frame.
	DMusil

oldtime Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 12 Sep. 2009 Location: Missouri Status: Offline Points: 2214	Post Options Post Reply Quote oldtime Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 08 Sep. 2020 at 9:35pm
	I like to initially put about 1/2” thick rubber pads down between frame and tub. 2 up at the #1 body mount locations) on frame under the “A” pillars. And 2 more 1/2” pads back on the corners of tub at the #6 location. Check for clearances then when satisfied drop body down onto proper thickness rubber pads. 1/8” thick. You can easily lift tub with one hand to maneuver the rubber pads.
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Fyrwise Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 23 Apr. 2020 Location: CA Status: Offline Points: 29	Post Options Post Reply Quote Fyrwise Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 08 Sep. 2020 at 9:52pm
	Great thank you!
	Bob S.