My question is: what is that tab, and how is it supposed to sit (perpendicular or parallel to the tail light)? Since this truck was in boxes when I got it, I don't know how the assembly was originally installed.
Thanks
Brian
Tail light fit issue?
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Tail light fit issue?
Hey guys, quick question about tail lights. I am trying to install the tail light assembly, and in the hole where it goes there is a bent tab of metal that keeps it from sitting where I think it should:
My question is: what is that tab, and how is it supposed to sit (perpendicular or parallel to the tail light)? Since this truck was in boxes when I got it, I don't know how the assembly was originally installed.
Thanks
Brian
My question is: what is that tab, and how is it supposed to sit (perpendicular or parallel to the tail light)? Since this truck was in boxes when I got it, I don't know how the assembly was originally installed.
Thanks
Brian
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Re: Tail light fit issue?
Should be bent down, parallel to the bed side. Not exactly sure what it's for.
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1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
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Re: Tail light fit issue?
Thanks! Yeah I have no idea what it is for.. I can see it is part of the stamping process, as there is a matching shape on the other side of the housing, but why they leave it there (and why there is a hole) beats me.
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Re: Tail light fit issue?
Things that make you go hmmmmmmmmm... 
Inquiring minds wanna know.
Inquiring minds wanna know.Randy
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.