Improvements to the Quick Clamp Ladder Rack include modifications to the mounting plates and the front rails to protect ladders when loading and unloading; beefing-up the clamp mechanism for added strength and longer life; and improved engineering of the gas springs with a tougher exterior case to withstand wear, and internal brass bushings that prevent strip-out. The improved models are now available for both full-size vans and minivans. Key attributes of the Quick Clamp Ladder Rack include:
- Ladder Hooks on the front end of the side rails have been extended and angled outward for easier loading of ladders in tight places
- Long lasting design utilizes 3/16″ extruded aluminum rails, and stainless steel gutter clamps and hardware
- Anti-wear protection on clamps helps protect ladders during transport
- Adjustable sway braces for easy ladder change out
- WEATHER GUARD® Van Solutions trademarked RED TIPS show the world that you work with the highest quality equipment available
The design modifications to the Nissan NV Ladder Rack pertain to the EZ-GLIDE® System in order to improve weight distribution that meets current Nissan requirements. The EZ-GLIDE® System allows for one-person loading and unloading of ladders with the use of an ergonomic drive arm. A hydraulic cylinder provides a smooth, quiet, and effortless descent and a zero-impact drop that reduces noise and equipment wear. The improved models are now available for both standard height vans and high-roof vans. A video demonstration of this mechanism and other Nissan NV storage options can be viewed at: http://www.weatherguard.com/van_storage_equipment/van_nissan_solution.php
Given the significance of these design and performance improvements, part numbers have changed as follows:
Quick Clamp Ladder Racks
Old # New #
Single Quick Clamp Rack Mini 223-3 223-3-01
Dual Quick Clamp Rack Mini 224-3 224-3-01
Accessory Cross Member 233-3 233-3-01
Single Quick Clamp Rack 234-3 234-3-01
Dual Quick Clamp Rack 236-3 236-3-01
Quick Clamp Ladder Rack Replacement Parts
Old # New #
Gas spring 856 856-01
Passenger side handle 7577-3 7577-3-01
Driver side handle 7578-3 7578-3-01
Passenger side rail 7830-3 7830-3-01
Driver side rail 7831-3 7831-3-01
Driver side rear rail 7833-3 7833-3-01
Passenger side rear rail 7835-3 7835-3-01
Nissan NV Ladder Rack
Old # New #
EZ-GLIDE® System (standard) 261-3-01 261-3-02
EZ-GLIDE® System (high-roof) 262-3-01 262-3-02
Adaptor Kit 32-8944 2507
