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Old Nov 13, 2007 | 05:27 PM
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Ok just wondering. My triple gauge pod pillar didnt come with any screws so I have to put some screws in myself.... Just wondering how long of screws should I use? and are there any precautions I should take when drilling into the pillar? like are there any wires in the pillar or structural damage i can do by drilling into it?
 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 05:44 PM
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use small nuts and bolts.
 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 06:05 PM
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how would I use nuts and bolts when screwing something into my a-pillar? that doesnt seem possible to me
 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 06:38 PM
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Well, I'm putting a triple gauge pod in my car right now and I'm attaching the gauge pod to the stock A-pillar piece with three small screws with screw caps to hid the screw.
 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 07:06 PM
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how long are the screws roughly?

 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 07:10 PM
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Including the head, they are about 1/2 inch.
 
Old Nov 13, 2007 | 08:57 PM
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i pop riveted mine on...
 
Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:21 PM
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pop riveted? what is that?
 
Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:32 PM
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Well, if you drill into the pillar (behind the trim). Be careful not the cut into the drain hose. There is a hose in there for the antenna and moon/sun roof.

00IntegraLS: google it
 
Old Nov 14, 2007 | 01:17 PM
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ill just call the acura dealership...they were actually pretty helpful last time i called them
 



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