WOD Body Panel Trick Tabs (Set of 10)
WF03020-10
The Wide Open Design Body Panel Tabs, commonly known as Trick Tabs, provide a compact and versatile weld-on mounting point for body panels, dash components, light brackets, switch panels, access covers, and other lightweight accessories. The 3/8" non-threaded mounting hole allows builders to use standard through-bolt hardware with a nut, rivnut, spacer, or custom mounting solution.
Each tab is precision laser cut from 1/8" high-strength steel and formed into a winged profile that fits naturally against round tubing, square tubing, and flat steel surfaces. Sold in packs of 10, these weld-ready tabs help fabricators create clean, repeatable mounting points throughout tube chassis, race vehicles, trail rigs, and custom builds.
Includes:
- (10) WOD Body Panel Trick Tabs with 3/8" Mounting Holes
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Weld-On Body Panel Tab / Trick Tab |
| Material | 1/8" High-Strength Plate Steel |
| Overall Length | 1.50" |
| Base to Hole Center | 1.00" |
| Hole Diameter | 3/8" |
| Hole Type | Non-Threaded Through Hole |
| Construction | Formed Winged Profile |
| Manufacturing Method | Precision Laser Cut and Formed |
| Installation Type | Weld-On |
| Quantity | Pack of 10 |
| Country of Origin | Made in the USA |
Fitment
| Mounting Surface | Common Applications |
|---|---|
| Round Tubing | Tube chassis, roll cages, dash bars, and fabricated structures |
| Square or Rectangular Tubing | Frames, accessory supports, brackets, and substructures |
| Flat Steel Surfaces | Bulkheads, chassis plates, panels, and custom mounts |
Fitment Notes:
- Universal weld-on fitment for custom fabrication projects.
- Commonly used for body panels, dash panels, roof skins, access covers, switch panels, light brackets, and lightweight accessories.
- The formed wings may be trimmed or adjusted to match the mounting surface.
- A bolt and nut, rivnut, NutSert, or other threaded mounting solution is required.
- Welding is required.
- Verify bolt length, panel thickness, spacers, and isolators before final assembly.
- These tabs are intended for panels and appropriately sized lightweight accessories, not seats, harnesses, suspension components, recovery points, or other safety-critical loads.
FAQ
What are body panel Trick Tabs used for?
Trick Tabs are welded to chassis tubing or fabricated structures to create mounting points for removable body panels, dash panels, roof skins, access covers, lights, switch panels, and other lightweight accessories.
What size hardware fits the mounting hole?
The tab has a 3/8" non-threaded hole. Builders commonly use 3/8" through-bolts, although the final hardware should be selected based on the panel, mounting method, and intended load.
Can these tabs be welded to different tube diameters?
Yes. The formed winged profile can be fitted to many round tube sizes and may also be used on square tubing or flat steel. Minor trimming or reshaping may be required for the exact mounting surface.
What is the difference between these tabs and the NutSert version?
This version uses a 3/8" through hole and requires a separate nut or threaded mounting point. The NutSert version includes a pre-installed 1/4"-20 threaded insert, allowing the bolt to install from one side.
Are these tabs suitable for structural or safety-critical mounting?
No. These tabs are intended for panels and appropriately sized lightweight accessories. Use purpose-built structural mounts for seats, harnesses, suspension components, fuel-cell retention, recovery points, and other safety-critical applications.
