TMS 800LB Universal Pick Up Truck Ladder Rack Contractor Pick Up Rack Lumber Utility(US Patent NO. D843,922)
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I just measured the inside to inside of the bed of a 2002 Toyota Tacoma from left to right and it measures 57 1/2", with 1 1/2" to spare on the connecting tube before the top tubes touch, resulting in a minimum bed width of 56". I hope this information is useful.
Yes, it can; I've attached my smittybilt tent to it.
They can be moved around. br>I drive a full-size truck with a 58-inch bed. br>I installed the rack, and the center piece was inserted and adjusted before being locked in place with a set screw on each side. The rack is over 4 feet long, and the length can be adjusted to fit your truck's bed.
It should work because I have a 2011 Tacoma that fits perfectly.
Selected User Reviews For TMS 800LB Universal Pick Up Truck Ladder Rack Contractor Pick Up Rack Lumber Utility(US Patent NO. D843,922)
My RRT (110 pounds), a mountain bike, and a kayak are all carried in a 5x5 trailer. So far, with this setup, I've driven 500 miles at highway speeds. We've camped in it, with two adults and all of their belongings inside the tent. There are no issues at all. The rack is extremely durable, and I would strongly recommend it!.
To begin with, I did not receive the same style rack that was advertised (as seen in the photos). And the package was nearly ruined and opened when it arrived. Despite being plastic-wrapped, the racks were also quite scratched. It appeared as if this item had been used before, and it very well could have been. I don't mind because I didn't pay a lot for it, and I also don't want to deal with the return process. br>br>These initial issues do not detract from the fact that this is a sound investment. Just keep in mind that you get what you pay for (this isn't a Yakima or a Thule). I just needed something simple to transport my 12-foot kayak on weekends, and it's done the job so far. br>br>Instead of drilling holes in the bed, I ordered eight clamps because I needed to be able to remove it quickly. So far, that decision has proven to be sound, as it has held up well. It only took me about 30 minutes to get everything up and running. I kept my toolbox on the racks, which made it a little tight for transporting the kayak, but it worked. br>br>After reading some reviews about these things rusting, I took preventative action and painted them black with Rustoleum Bed-In. Liner paint (the same stuff I used to paint my bed) goes better with my truck, so that's a plus.
It's good, but it could be a little shorter.
This is an excellent product for the price, and I used one on my F250 for a long time. br>I decided to get a pair for my 6x10 trailer to use as canoe racks. (Pictured)br>There are only a few things that need to be fixed.
1. On the racks, don't use glue-based stickers that take a long time to remove.
2. Allen bolts with metric heads for securing racks to bed/trailer when racks do not come with a tool. The racks must be securely fastened, and an Allen bolt cannot be torqued; instead, a regular headed bolt would be preferable.
3. There are no locking nuts or lock washers on the bolts that hold the rack in place. The nuts will most likely walk after you secure the racks. br>4. Water seeps into joints over time, causing rust to form. If you don't paint the racks after installation, this will happen.
5. If you don't lock tite the small Allen bolts that hold the rack together together, they will walk out and dissapear over time. br>br>Small stuff really, really sturdy or I wouldn't have bought them twice.
I've had a lot of success with this rack. It arrived on time and was not damaged as some of the reviews claimed. I did modify the rack to fit my Tacoma's track system, and I also cut about 4" off the height because it was quite tall, but this was a universal rack, and I was aware of all the dimensions before ordering. For $500-$600, I could have had a rack built for my truck. 600, but for the money, it's been ideal for transporting kayaks.
I can fit two on the rack and still have room in the bed of my pickup for other things. I did find that water seems to find its way into the inside of the tubing and rust stains appeared at the bases of the rack stands in a very short time, which I plan to remedy by removing the mounting bolts and just using camper shell clamps so the racks can move around. They are, however, extremely durable, and I would recommend them to anyone on a tight budget.
If you surf, SUP, Foil, or use any other large equipment, you'll need a board rack. In local stores and shops, I was looking for the best deal. I was only able to locate well-known brand names of hi-tech products. Surfboard racks are reasonably priced, ranging from 750 to 1,500 dollars. a thousand dollars Finally, on Amazon, I came across this rack. The cost is less than $200. Manufacturer's maximum load rating is 800 pounds, but even if I load all of the boards, the total weight will be less than 250 pounds. The construction is extremely sturdy. I use a mounting clamp, which you must purchase separately, for a good finish on the welded part. You can also use a C clamp from a low-cost tool store (e. g. , e. g. , e. g. , Walmart or Harbor Freight). This rack system has exceeded my expectations.
It appears to be of very high quality. I'm going to use it to attach a roof top tent to my utility trailer, so I'll have to modify it. It was difficult to find any tube or piping that was the right size for the job. The only thing that came close was exhaust tubing. For the application I'm using it for, I need to increase the height. I believe it is a good buy for the money.