Can the Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack Fit with a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado without a Bed Liner

Question:

How do you mount a rack to your rails without a bedliner since it will be metal to metal? Is there some kind of pad you can put between the mating surfaces?

asked by: Aaron

Expert Reply:

The Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Load Stops - Aluminum, part # EM07705, is designed to work without a bed liner as well as with one. So, this will work for you.

However, if you'd still like to have something between the mount and your 2009 Chevrolet Silverado's bed rails, you can use something like the Taylor Made StepSafe Non-Slip Adhesive Pad - 14-1/2" Long x 3-1/2" Wide, part # 36911990. This is thin enough to not cause any obstruction to the clamp and can be cut to the size you need it.

I've linked to a video review of this below.

expert reply by: Kef G