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Racks & Toolboxes Showcase

Manage that cargo.

If it weren’t for today’s professional-grade racks and toolboxes, professionals and handy enthusiasts alike would be hard-pressed to keep their tools and other valuables safer, more secure and free from damage caused by sliding and bouncing around the bed or back of the van. Even more and beyond tool storage are the latest back-of-the-truck options that put the word “work” into work truck. Such professional options for work vehicles large and small give restylers even more ways to help customers be more efficient and save them time and money in the long haul. Discover in the next several pages of this Showcase, just how you can help your customers.

Perrycraft Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., makes available its Aventura Roof Racks in 18 stock sizes in black or stardust-silver powder-coat finish. The contemporary-styled racks offer users unlimited crossbar adjustment for various load types. Self-sealing stainless steel fasteners and self-adhesive UV-stable PVC roof slats offer “no-hassle” installation. Crossbars and side rails made of T-6 tempered aluminum extrusions. USE INFO #400 WWW.PERRYCRAFT.COM

TOOL, SUPPLY CARRYING SYSTEMS
Thule Professional, Seymour, Conn., offers innovative transportation solutions for the contractor looking for world-class products combined with testing and quality. Thule’s complete line of truck and van racks, ladder tilt and ladder lifts, conduit cases, awnings and rollers make for easy and quick loading and unloading of tools and supplies. USE INFO #401 WWW.THULERACKS.COM

 

FULL-PULL UTILITY DRAWERS
Tuffy Security Products, Cortez, Colo., provides its Full-Pull Utility Drawers, a lockable storage system available in 4-, 6- and 8-ft. lengths. Constructed from high-quality aluminum and supported by 12-gauge-steel drawer slides that incorporate smooth-operating, sealed stainless steel roller bearings. Drawer can be pulled out its entire length, or adjusted to a specified maximum distance. Load ratings of 1,500 lbs. with the drawer pulled out 75% of maximum, 550 lbs. at full extension on the 8-ft. model. A load-bearing top allows items to be stacked on drawer top. USE INFO #402 WWW.TUFFYPRODUCTS.COM

ROLL COVER & TOOLBOX
Truck Covers USA, San Diego, introduces the 2008 American Work Cover. With new features combined for the work truck that include the construction of the American Roll Cover, plus a heavy-duty galvanized sheet-metal-sectioned toolbox, rust preventative properties, space saving design, OEM-grade locking mechanism, cargo lighting options and two sliding trays. USE INFO #406 WWW.TRUCKCOVERSUSA.COM

 

TOOLBOX & TONNEAU COVER COMBINATION
TruXedo Inc., Yankton, S.D., makes available its TruXedoPlus® integrated toolbox and soft, roll-up tonneau cover combination. The low-profile TruXedoPlus toolbox with black, powder-coated, textured-grain finish features durable 0.080 aluminum construction, continuous hinge and reinforced lid. Approximate size is 11 in. deep and 18 in. wide. Includes skid-resistant mat and concealed locking latch. The complete cover, including header and bows, self-stores behind the toolbox with two security straps allowing complete access to the truck bed. USE INFO #405 WWW.TRRUXEDO.COM

OVER-THE-RAIL RACK SYSTEM
ProRac Systems Inc., Minneapolis, offers its over-the-rail rack system, which works with most popular soft tonneau covers. While the cargo below the tonneau is out of sight and away from the elements, a new level above the tonneau is created for bicycles, skis, ladders and additional cargo. A complete line of accessories is available to complement the rack systems. USE INFO #412 WWW.PRORAC.COM

 

BED WORK, STORAGE UNITS
Bedslide, from IFW Inc., Medford, Ore., notes it has many new additions for 2008, including its new easy-to-use handle. Improvements to the Contractor Grade include increased weight capacity of 1,800 lbs. The Bedslide product is designed to make an entire pickup or van bed accessible, as well as improve worker safety as people need not reach or crawl into the truck to get tools or supplies. All models are powder coated and come with a five-year, no-hassle warranty. USE INFO #404 WWW.BEDSLIDE.COM

UNDER-TONNEAU CARGO MANAGEMENT
E.D. Industries Inc., Rogersville, Mo., the maker of UnderCover truck bed covers, has released its new SwingCase series of cargo management products for all trucks including those with tonneau covers. Made from durable ABS, SwingCase stores in the empty space behind the wheel well. It also sits 3” off the bed and fits under all tonneau covers and is hinged so that with the pull of a quick-release lever the case will swing out over the tail gate giving easy access to parts. USE INFO #403 WWW.UNDERCOVERINFO.COM

TRUCK TOOLBOXES
Continental Manufacturing International (CMI) LLC, Lakeland, Fla., provides its new Jaybox as an optional toolbox designed to fit under an existing crossover truck toolbox to utilize the underneath space. It has a slide-out drawer with heavy-duty slides. CMI also has a new 50-gal. combination box, TTL50COMBO, allows refueling of diesel or gas out of this tank and chest combo. The chest is removable via two large bolts. USE INFO #414 WWW.CMIMFG.COM

 

CADDY OPTION FOR G4-ELITE
Steffens Enterprises Inc., Caledonia, Mich., offers Personal Caddy®, a multi-purpose cargo-management toolbox system designed to be an exclusive option to the G4-ELITE® Fold-a-Cover® tonneau cover. The caddy offers a controlled environment to store and organize items kept in the bed of the truck on a permanent basis as well as controlling the movement of smaller cargo items. The caddy is suspended above the bed floor to haul items such as lumber and sheet goods. USE INFO #407 WWW.FOLD-A-COVER.COM

ROOFTOP CARGO CARRIER
MacNeil Automotive Products Ltd., Downers Grove, Ill. provides its WeatherTech® RackSack™ Rooftop Cargo Carrier made with durable 1800-denier woven polyester fabric and water-repellant PVC coating. Thick, fleece underside protects vehicle finish, and the Roll and Wrap™ tabs prevent flapping straps. New design includes four handles on top, with the tie-down straps securely attached to the handles, ensuring that the RackSack will fit most any vehicle with a roof rack. Capacity up to 13 cu. ft. USE INFO #410 WWW.MATS.COM

STEEL, ALUMINUM TRUCK BOXES
Knaack LLC, Crystal Lake, Ill., presents WEATHER GUARD® Hi-Side truck boxes for full and compact pickups. In 16 aluminum and 11 steel models, units employ a three-point latching system to secure each side of box. Picture-frame body design with adjustable legs and large, stainless steel D-handle. Doors adjust from 90-180 degrees. Aluminum boxes made of heavy-gauge, diamond-plate aluminum in clear or black powder-coat finish; steel models are heavy-gauge steel with aluminum doors and reinforcing channels, in Brite White or black powder-coat. USE INFO #415 WWW.KNAACK.COM

 

SLIM CROSSOVER TOOLBOX
Bullett Products, Kansas City, Kan., releases its new SlimLine Full Size crossover toolbox, part number TB1111. The SlimLine maintains the same features as the Bullett toolboxes, just in a slightly slimmer design.  Perfect for the cost-conscious consumer that doesn’t need a standard crossover box. SlimLine is available in a bright aluminum finish.USE INFO #408 WWW.BULLETTPRODUCTS.COM

ROOF RACK
Defender Products, Burbank, Calif., makes available its Defender Rack, constructed from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1” round steel tubing and finished in a black-textured powder coat. Welded light tabs – 4 front, 2 rear – and integrated flooring maximize the functionality. Offers multiple mounting options. Designed for ease of installation with the consumer/do-it-yourselfer in mind. USE INFO #411 WWW.DEFENDERRACKS.COM

CARGO MANAGEMENT RACK SYSTEMS
Westin Automotive Products Inc., Irwindale, Calif., offers three series of roof racks designed for specific lifestyle needs: Sport Series for trucks, CUVs and SUVs; Outback Series for CUVs & SUVs; and HD Series for trucks and utility vans. Choose accessories based on clients’ cargo management needs. USE INFO #416 WWW.WESTINAUTOMOTIVE.COM      

 

 

TRUCK BED ULTIMATE STORAGE SYSTEM
DAMAR Corp. LLC, Parker, Colo., offers its new TruckDeck Workman Series with up to six lockable storage compartments, depending on bed length. Constructed of aluminum diamond plate in varying thicknesses from light-duty 0.080” to super-duty 0.1875”. Designed to fit exact size and shape of the bed it is installed in. Uses rotary T-handle latches. Removable polyethylene containers with optional rear drawer-slide capability. Uses heavy-duty aluminum tubular frame extending to the bed sidewalls. Polished, non-skid or color-matched powder-coat surface finish is available. USE INFO #420 WWW.DAMARTRUCKDECK.COM

 

 

Leer, Elkhart, Ind., offers Thule roof racks that can be added at its factory to any LEER truck cap, giving customers the ability to carry their gear for such sport and outdoor activities from kayaking to mountain biking. LEER also offers a wide selection of truck cap models, styles and sizes as well as custom fits for pickups. All caps are painted with automotive-quality DuPont paint, using colors that match original factory formulas. All have limited lifetime warranties. USE INFO #418 WWW.LEER.COM

 

NO-DRILL RACK WORKS WITH ACCESSORY RAILS
U.S. Rack, Madera, Calif., has restyled its no-drill truck rack system, Rail Rack, which sports a sleeker look and carries up to 400 lbs. The tubular-steel unit sits on truck bedrails with conventional fleetside bedrails as well as newer trucks with the Toyota Deckrail or Nissan Utili-track system. The system consists of two sections: The front supports a crossbar just behind the cab; the back section can be moved forward or back along the bedrail to the desired location. Racks are powder-coated with a satin, wrinkle black finish. Has eyelets and inboard rope cleats. USE INFO #419 WWW.USRACK.COM

 

 

RACK FOR FULL-SIZE WORK TRUCKS
Go Industries, Richardson, Texas, introduces the Flat Iron Headache Rackâ„¢ for full-size work trucks or commercial trucks. Rack designed to protect driver, passengers and back window glass from shifting cargo in the bed. Extensions on the uprights can carry ladders, pipes and other cargo in the truck bed. Incorporates 2”-square, 14-gauge steel square tubes for the top and bottom tubes, and 1/2”-x-3” flat steel for the vertical uprights. Has steel louver to shade the window. Available in rust-free black or white powder-coat finish. USE INFO #417 WWW.GOINDUSTRIES.COM

RACK & ROLL-UP
ACI (Agri-Cover Inc.), Jamestown, N.D., offers the ACCESS® Roll-Up Cover & Rack, merging a roll-up cover and rack into one system. The combo system offers storage above and below the tonneau cover, with cargo accessible without the need to remove the rack or its contents. Features high- and low-clearance levels, and adjustable, high-strength extruded aluminum crossbars that can be removed. Black powder-coat finish. Upper and lower T-slots for flexible mounting. Stainless steel hardware. USE INFO #421 WWW.AGRICOVERCOVER.COM

MODULAR SPORT RACK
Go Rhino! Products, makes available its Xtreme Rackâ„¢ modular sport rack and cargo management system that fits most trucks. The rugged design is both functional and enhances the look of your truck. Xtreme Racksâ„¢ are available in black powder-coat or polished stainless finish. USE INFO #424 WWW.GORHINO.COM

TONNEAUS MADE FOR TOOLBOXES
Extang Corp., Ann Arbor, Mich., provides tonneaus to fit with most standard-size tool boxes. Three styles to choose from: The Express and ExtangRT roll-up covers; FullTilt hinged cover; and the Classic Platinum traditional snap-style tonneau. Extang’s L-channel provides an adjustable sealing system that bridges the toolbox-to-tonneau gap for the right fit. The Classic Platinum cover can be custom cut to accommodate a non-standard toolbox. USE INFO #422 WWW.EXTANG.COM

MOUNTING KIT FOR PAK-RAK
Hildebrandt USA, La Mirada, Calif., announces its new Pak-Rak-Trak mounting kit to install the company’s roof-top Cargo Pak-Rak on vehicles without factory roof rails. The mounting kit complements the complete line of factory adapter brackets that can add extra cargo space to any vehicle with Hildebrandt’s Pak-Rak. USE INFO #423 WWW.HILDEBRANDTUSA.COM

Owens Products Inc., Sturgis, Mich., introduces the EXTREME OWENS diamond tread toolbox series. The box features a lid with a distinctive curve and a low-profile design to allow clear vision from the cab of the truck. Some features include secure, rotary-style push-button latches, protected automotive grade struts, lid bracing and heavy-duty aluminum tray with handle for easy portability. USE INFO #425 WWW.OWENS-PRO.COM

 

JEEP 'TRUNK' ORGANIZER
Bestop Inc., Broomfield, Colo., offersThe Instatrunkâ„¢ to help organize and secure items in the back of Jeeps. Then unit fastens into the cargo area behind the rear seat, providing out-of-sight security for valuables. The 16-gauge, heavy-duty steel construction forms a weather-resistant seal when the tailgate is closed and locked; no additional keys are needed. No drilling is required for installation. Applications available for ’86-’95 and ’97-’03 Jeep Wranglers. USE INFO #426 WWW.BESTOP.COM

SPORT RACK
Warrior Products Inc., Tualatin, Ore., provides its Safari Sport Rack as a semi-permanent, modular unit. Two independent crossbars at base mount at vehicle’s windshield and rear tub areas as supports for lights, small watercraft and/or a cargo basket. Carrying capacity of 400 lbs. highway, 150 lbs. off road. Uses quick-release snapper pins to disconnect rack from vehicle. Crossbars have tabs for mounting four lights in front, two in back. Black powder-coated. Applications include Jeep vehicles and many of the most popular SUVs. USE INFO #428 WWW.WARRIORPRODUCTS.COM

ALUMINUM CONTRACTORS’ RACK
Pace Edwards, Centralia, Wash., makes available its Contractor Rig Rack for carrying tools and supplies. Designed for use with a Pace Edwards Bedlocker or JackRabbit retractable truck bed cover with ExplorerSeries rails, the rack features rust-proof rigid-aluminum truss construction and extension beams that provide support for longer loads. Also features stainless steel hardware and a removable rear cross-member with a PVC insert loading. Four load-securing work winches are included. USE INFO #427 WWW.PACE-EDWARDS.COM

1,000-LB.-LOAD ALUMINUM RACK
Kargo Master, Rancho Cordova, Calif., presents its new aluminum Heavy-Duty Pro IV Truck Rack. Constructed with round 2”-dia.-x-0.120”-tk. T-6 aircraft aluminum tubing. Rated at 1,000-lb. load capacity. Removable rear take-out bar. Metallic powder-coat with clear overcoat.  Stainless steel fasteners. Length and width adjustment enables one model (#90000) to fit all full size trucks. USE INFO #429 WWW.KARGOMASTER.COM

HAULER RACK FOR RED’S BEDS COVERS
Hauler Racks Inc., Minneapolis, makes available a rack specifically for Red’s Beds Pickup Bed Covers. Hauler Racks and Red’s Beds complement each other with like appearances, materials and quality. Has 1,000-lb. rack capacity. All aluminum, bright dipped and anodized. Will not rust and no paint to chip. USE INFO #430 Www.Haulerracks.Com

MOTORCYLE CARRIER
Masterbuilt, Columbus, Ga., presents its HITCH-HAUL® steel motorcycle carrier with ramp. The unit mounts onto a 2” receiver and has an easy-to-use loading ramp. Designed for either small or large bikes, and has a 500-lb. capacity. The finish is black powder-coat. An aluminum model also is available. USE INFO #431 WWW.MASTERBUILT.COM

SUV STORAGE BOX
Husky Liners, Winfield, Kan., introduces its newest product line: the SUV Storage Box. Available for full-size SUVs including Suburban, Tahoe, Denali, Denali XL, Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL, Escalade, Escalade ESV, H2, H3, Excursion, Expedition, and Navigators. Box made of lightweight, aircraft-grade aluminum in black powder-coat finish. One drawer, lockable center handle, removable PE-foam liner for easy cleaning and sound deadening is included with each box. Also has cargo liner mounted on top. USE INFO #432 WWW.HIGHWAYPRODUCTS.COM

HEADACHE RACK
Highway Products Inc.
, White City, Ore., presents its heavy-duty sports-style headache rack for pickup trucks. Rack is made of polished marine-grade aluminum with mirrored finish, and available with new LED turn and stop lights and caution-light mount brackets. Designed to protect cab from cargo shifts in sudden stops and to add a beefy, distinguished look to your truck. USE INFO #433 WWW.HIGHWAYPRODUCTS.COM

TRAILER CARGO STORAGE
Jungle Jim’s Accessory Products, Louisville, Ky., offers its trailer storage that accommodates two backpack blowers, three Trimmers, two mix-gas and two regular gas cans (2-5 gal.) and one air tank. Divider rods for tight fit. Adjustable blower arm hooks to hold nozzles snug. Fits trailers from 5 ft.-7 ft. wide and allows 26” clearance for parking or storing equipment underneath. Includes anti-theft cable. USE INFO #434 WWW.JUNGLEJIMSAP.COM

HITCH-MOUNTED CARGO CARRIER
Cequent Towing Products, Plymouth, Mich., presents its ROLA® Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier for transporting items such as camping gear, sports equipment and luggage. Offers 600-lb. load capacity; designed to fit 2” receivers (Class III/IV); 3” rise shank to elevate cargo carrier above exhaust outlet; optional light kit available; and sized 56” x 23” x 5.25”. USE INFO #435 WWW.CEQUENTGROUP.COM

‘GREEN’ CARGO CARRIER
Yakima, Beaverton, Ore., offers a “green” roof-top cargo option for carrying gear. The SkyBox Series features 80% recycled ABS plastic. The new top features aerodynamic design and performance features. Plus, the ShowBoat load accessory product offers consumers the versatility to load two kayaks at one time. Additionally, a completely redesigned line of bike hitch mounts provides lightweight, consumer-friendly features for easy access and versatility. USE INFO #438 WWW.YAKIMA.COM

SLIDING ALUMINUM TRAY
Jotto Desk, Rogers Ark., offers its Jotto-Cargo Sliding aluminum truck bed tray. Tray will support 800 lbs., evenly spaced. Optional interlocking, snap-fit aluminum decking is available, or drivers can provide the plywood flooring. Snap-in/snap–out cargo baskets available to increase carrying capacity. USE INFO #440 WWW.JOTTOCARGOSLIDE.COM

TRUCK-STORAGE SOLUTION
UWS, Seymour, Conn., offers a complete line of truck storage solutions and accessories to satisfy the most demanding customer’s needs. UWS boxes feature the 90-degree opening lid for easy loading and unloading, heavy-duty gas cylinders placed on the outer edge of the box for clean and uncluttered storage, heavy-duty stainless steel latch, foam-injected lid and convenient screwdriver holder and tool tray. USE INFO #451 WWW.THULERACKS.COM

CARGO RACK LINE
WAAG, Van Nuys, Calif., introduces XS Rack®, a new line of cargo racks for the FJ Cruiser. The XS Rack Cargo Basket attaches to the existing FJ Cruiser rack and acts as a cargo basket to carry snowboards, luggage, outdoor equipment, etc. The XS Rack Replacement Rack replaces the factory rack on the FJ with a cargo basket and features the same benefits as the XS Rack Cargo Basket but is for FJs with or without factory rack. USE INFO #413 WWW.WAAG.COM

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