WEATHER GUARD 1345 - Manual

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Ladder Rack - Models 1345 and 1375
[Model 1345 - Mini Truck Beds • Model 1375 - Dodge Dakota 8 foot Bed]
Part No. 24-0134 REV. B ECN 5315 05/13
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and
warnings completely before
assembly.
WARNING
This product is only intended for, and only safe for, transporting
ladders, lumber, pipe and other similar materials. It is the responsi-
bility of the user of this rack to secure these materials to the rack
before transporting. Any modifications made to this product, or use
of this product for any other purpose than its intended use, could
create a hazardous condition that can cause serious personal in-
jury or property damage.
PARTS LIST
• 4- Top Rail Halves
• Cushion Strip (bulk)
• 2- Closed Top Tube Sleeves
• 2- Open Top Tube Sleeves
• 2- Legs, Straight
• 2- Legs, Double Bend
• 2- Crossmembers (open ends)
• 1- Front Crossmember
• 1- Front Crossmember Sleeve
• 2- Bed Reinforcing Brackets
• 2- Front Leg Spacer
• 1- Ladder Stop
• 2- Straps
• Tube, Sealant
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Electric Drill
• 7/32", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2" Drill Bits
• 1/2" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
• 9/16" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
• 3/8" Open or Box End Wrench
• Screwdriver, common
• Framing Square
• Pencil or Marker
BOLT KIT
Bolt Kit #32-1275 is provided with
your ladder rack. Check this bolt kit
to be sure the following parts are
included:
Quan. Description
4 3/8-16 x 3/4" Hex Head,
Thread Cutting
24 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
4 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" Carriage Bolt
4 3/8" Flat Washer
4 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
4 5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
16 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
16 5/16-18 x 3/4" Carriage Bolt
42 5/16" Flat Washer
18 5/16" Lock Washer
18 5/16-18 Blind Fastener
1 Installation Tool
2 5/16-18 x 2-1/4" Black
Oxide Bolt
2 5/16" x 2-3/4" Latch Pins
4 Black Tie Downs
8 10-24 x 2-3/4" F.H. Screws
8 10-24 Nylon Lock Nuts
2 Sq. Cap Plugs (black)
6 5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt
4 2" Diameter Leg Washers
Approximate Assembly and
Installation Time:
5 hours per unit (5.0 hrs)
Depending on Truck equipment
installation experience
NOTE: Installation time will be
longer if you have a bedliner or
bedmat.
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