Alright, here is the second part of the step by step installation tutorial.
ADAPTER INSTALLATION
7. The flange on the adapter overlaps the hole only about 1/4", so in order to make sure the adapter is centered, make some guide marks about 1/4" from the hole edge on the top and bottom as shown. Due to the shape, the adapter won't move sideways so there's no need for guide marks on the sides.
8. Place the adapter as shown, making sure that the flange aligns with your guide marks on top and bottom and that it is fitting snugly to the surface of the MQ.
Using a very small drill bit (1/16"), drill the pilot holes in the MQ for the screw attachment using the small guide holes in the adapter flange. You can tape the adapter in place temporarily if needed.
Note, in the pic the holes are larger because I had already drilled them out, which is the next step.
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9. Enlarge the guide holes in the adapter for the screws using the 9/64" drill bit.
Sand the back of the adapter flange to remove any burrs, remove any dust and clean with alcohol. Also make sure the hole edge on the MQ is clean and free of any burrs.
10. For the next steps you will need the following:
2 part epoxy for plastic:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Loctite-0-85 ... /100371824
Stir stick for mixing epoxy - I used a Q-tip with the end cut off.
Disposable applicator - I used the handle of a plastic spoon.
Disposable mixing surface - a piece of aluminum foil will do.
6 small pan head screws (included)
Small philips screwdriver
Paper towels and isopropyl alcohol for cleanup.
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11. Squeeze out equal parts of epoxy onto the foil, mix thoroughly and apply to the back of the adapter flange. Make a good size puddle - about 1-1/2" to 1-3/4" diameter. You will need enough to coat the entire flange all the way around with a heavy bead of epoxy.
Install adapter as shown using the small pan head screws. Do not over tighten the screws as they will strip easily - just gently tighten them enough to clamp the adapter to the surface of the MQ.
12. After the epoxy sets (about 20-30 minutes) the screws are removed and holes are filled with epoxy putty.
Let the epoxy cure for 24 hours before sanding and finishing.
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