How to Determine if TracONE Ladder Rack Will Fit with BackRack on 2015 Ford F-150

Question:

I am looking at purchasing this ladder rack TH27000XTB for my F150 6.5 ft box. Will it support a 160 pound 12 aluminum boat? do i need cross brace. I have a Back Rack headache rack on my truck already and would like to keep it on. Can I install the front cab portion further back to keep headache rack on? Or what rack system would you recommend? Regards

asked by: Dale R

Helpful Expert Reply:

Out of the Thule TracRac TracONE # TH27000XTB and the Thule TracRac SR # TH43002XT-501EX you're definitely more likely to fit the TracONE with the BackRack on your 2015 Ford F-150.

The base that sits on top of your bed rails will take up 16" along the rail so as long as you have enough room for the base to sit so that the clamps can be installed correctly then you will be able to fit the TracONE with your BackRack so you can transport your 12' boat.

Attached is an installation video on a 2016 F-150 that you can check out to give you a better idea of what you're looking at.

expert reply by: Jon G