Ladder Rack Recommendation for Retractable Tonneau on a 2014 Ram 2500 with 8-Foot Bed
Question:
Hello I would like a ladder Rack compatible with a bed cover that slides for my truck. It’s a 8 got bed 2500 ram 2014 crew cab could you send me items that are compatible with that? Thanks
asked by: Justin C
Expert Reply:
Since I do not know what exact retractable tonneau cover you have on your 2014 Ram 2500 with an 8-foot bed, there is something we need to consider about your cover. In order to be able to use a ladder rack, your tonneau cover must leave your truck's stake pockets completely open. This is because any ladder rack we carry uses those take pockets in order to install.
If you have open stake pockets with your cover installed, an amazing option is the Thule TracRac SR # TH43003XT-000. Not only does this beast have a 1,200 pound maximum weight capacity, it is completely adjustable anywhere along the base rails. The uprights are also easily removable when the rack is not in use so you do not have to always transport the rack. Also, since you have a retractable cover, you do not need to worry about the inward angle of the uprights.
For a more economical option, I suggest the Adarac Pro Series # A69FR. One of the benefits of this rack is that since the crossbars only measure 1-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" tall, they are compatible with many clamp-on accessories such as cargo baskets and kayak carriers. You can also add the tie-down bolt kit # A4000882 and the sliding load stops # A4000880 for extra cargo management.
Both of these racks are 100% made in the U.S.A. and do not interfere with the bed rails where you install the tonneau cover.
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Load Stops for Adarac Truck Bed Ladder Rack Crossbars with Mounting Channels- Qty 2
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Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - 500 lbs
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Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack - 1,250 lbs
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