1. Unscrew top two screws on either side of pad, this will release panels on either side
  2. Slide the front of the tree up out of the front pocket , then slide the  tree forward out of back pocket 
  3. Repeat on other side
  4. Turn pad  over and peel back velcro cover to show the gullet plate 
  5. Undo the screws on either side to remove gullet plate
  6. Select gullet plate required,make sure its right way round and attach  one side. then either squash tree in or adjust out to attach second screw making sure plate is behind retainer points
  7. Replace the leather cover
  8. Attach the panels, the back pocket first, then the front, offer the guide tube for the screw on the panel to the hole above and replace the screw.
  9. Repeat on other side. Do not force screw in or over tighten