Unclear how to install the driver's side slider on a 2017

Installing my bolt-on sliders this morning on my 2017 DCSB. Passenger side went on easy. Only had to drill one hole at the rear cross-member. The problem on the driver side is due to the brake line and the electrical relay box that the brake line passes through.



I'm thinking I can simply unclip the brake lines and remove the relay box. That should give me enough room to slide in the front mounting plate. Then reattach the relay box and... I don't know what to do about the clips. I don't think they'll clip back in place once the slider is bolted on -- unless there's holes for them.

So assuming there's no issue with doing any of that, @Pelfreybilt also supplies a spacer that one of the brake line clips is supposed to attach to. Only place where it will even fit and not interfere with the relay box is the rear-most clip, at which point it doesn't seem to serve much purpose -- there's no bolt that connects near there -- and only adds stress to the brake lines. There's also an additional hose that is attached there which is not pictured in the instructions.



The instructions seem outdated, intended for a 2nd gen. The supplied parts kit also seems outdated in regards to the spacers. Will I run into any issues if I opt not to use the spacer at all? Has any one else installed these on a 2017 that could share some insight as to what they did? Working around brake lines just has me a little over cautious. I don't want to screw something up only to have to deal with bleeding them.

 

I can't remember exactly, since it's been awhile since I installed mine on a 2nd gen, but I do remember removing those break lines and then installing the sliders. Then reinstalled the break lines. Also, needed the spacer just to reset the break lines. Not sure about 3rd gen, but it was pretty self explanatory. Hope you figure it out.

 

It seemed really self explanatory on the surface. But that spacer, the stiff brake lines, and the discrepancies between generations have me acting a little over-cautious. Just found out about a death in the family though so I'm going to just have to throw the other on there asap and hope for the best so I can make the drive back home.

 

Pretty much got it right here.

 

That little box has created additional work for 3rd gen owners. Basically your only option is like you said, manipulate the brake lines a bit so they clear any bolts etc. the front most area makes getting the large nut plate in more difficult as well, the brake lines have to be moved a bit to get it in there.
The spacers for the brake-lines are more of an aid to give you wiggle room, they are not required.
The brake lines are very pliable, you just have to ensure they are not in contact with anything they should not be any you're in good shape.

 

Thanks. That clears it up a bit.