
½ Ladder Rack
This product is designed to transport ladders in the bed of a pickup truck

Tools Needed:
• Electric Drill with ½” and 7/32” drill bits
• Straight Screwdriver
• Framing Square
• Center Punch
• Hacksaw
• Ruler
• Tape

Mounting the ½ Ladder Rack
Note: This illustration shows installation on the passenger side for the front leg. If installation is
intended for the driver saide, simply reverse the parts
Note: If your pick up has a bed liner, you may need to trim, drill, or cut the liner for proper and
secure installation of the ½ ladder rack
Note: If the best mounting hole location is between floor spacer and/or extra 5/16” flat
washers have been provided to fill the void or rotate the leg socket 90 degrees to the rear of
the vehicle if possible.
Step 1: Drill ½” hole for the blind fastener. Place a drop of oil on the black oxide bolt before
assembling as shown above. Place the blind fastener in the hole and use a ½” or 4/16” wrench
to tighten black hex bolt until the blind fastener is fully sealed. When setting the black hex bolt,
it will start out hard, as the blind fastener “bulbs out” it will get easier. Note: Ma ke sure that
the blind fastener and Installation tool does not turn during installation.
Step 2: Install the Rope Cleat. The two rope cleats are to be mounted where desired.
Step 3: Place a ladder on the rack and check door entry/head clearance. If there is ample
clearance, and if desired, the rack lets may be shortened as long as a minumum clearance of 2”
about the cab with the ladder is maintained. Remove and cut the legs if desired. Note: cut the
tubing from the bottom of the legs. Double check the measurement before cutting.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW OR COMPY WITH ALL THE WARNING AND INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.
WARNING: OUR LADDER RACK IS ONLY INTENDED AND ONLY SAFE FOR TRANSPORTING
LADDER, LUMBER, PIPES, AND OTHER SIMILAR MATERIALS. IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
ENSURE THAT THE MATERIALS BEING TRANSPORTED IS SAFELY SECURED ON THE RACK BEFORE
TANSPORTATION. ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT FOR OTHER PURPOSES OR MODIFICATIONS
MADE TO THIS PRODUCT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
WARNING: LADDERS MUST BE SECURED PER ANSI STANDARD A 14.2-1990 PARAGRAPH 8.4.4
LADDER DAMAGE WILL OCCURE FROM ROAD SHOCK AND VEHICLE VIBRATION IF THE LADDER
IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED TO THE LADDER RACK. BOUNCING AND SIDE TO SIDE MOTION OF A

IMPROPERLY SECURED LADDER WILL CAUSE WEAR AND WEAKEN THE LADDER. USING A
DAMAGE LADDER COULD LEAT TO A STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE AND COULD REUSLT IN A SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: PRIOR TO DRILLING, CHECK UNDER VEHICLE FOR PROPER LOCATIONS TO AVOID
PUNCTURE OR DAMAGE TO FUEL TAK, FUEL LINES, BRAKE LINES, ELECTRIC WIRES , ETC.
WARNING: ALWAYS WER PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR TO KEEP DEBRIS OUT OF YOUR EYES WHEN
CHECKING THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND WHEN DRILLING
CAUTION: TO PREVENT RESONANT VIBRATION DAMAGE DURING DRIVING WITH UNLOADED
RACKS, THE LEG ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE REMOVED

If you have any issues with your purchase do not return to the store. Please contact Dee Zee
customer service at 1-800-779-2102.
Congratulations on the purchase of this fine Dee Zee Product! Please visit www.deezee.com
for a full line of our high Quality products offered at your local Dee Zee retailer.
DEE ZEE, INC WARRANTY AGREEMENT
Warning:
• MAKE SURE ALL HARDWARE CONNECTIONS ARE SECURE
BEFORE EACH USE.
• DO NOT EXCEED 200 POUND WEIGHT LIMIT
• DO NOT USE IF RESTRICTS YOUR VISION OR SAFE
DRIVING.
• ALWAYS CHECK RACK DOES NOT UN-BALANCE THE
VEHICLE IN USE
• ALWAYS OBEY ALL LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL
TRAFFIC LAWS.
• UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS PRODUCT BE
USED TO TRANSPORT PEOPLE OR LIVING ANIMALS.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT
• USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFE LOADING AND
UNLOADING OF THIS PRODUCT. BE SURE TO USE CAUTION
WHEN STRAPPING DOWN LOADS OR LOOSE ARTICLES.
FOR ADDED SAFETY, ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IS

Dee Zee, Inc guarantees the original purchaser a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects in materials, workmanship and
design under normal use excluding damage resulting from road hazards such as gravel or other debris, product misuse, improper
installation, impairments from accidents, product modifications, spills, vandalism, or product neglect. Wear items such as shocks,
latches, keys, hinges, step pads, seals, etc have a one-year warranty. This warranty applies only to new products and is limited to the
repair or replacement of genuine Dee Zee products. Warranty does not include electrical components, light bulb replacement, and cost
of removal, installation, labor, transportation costs, and loss of use, inconvenience or consequential damages. Modifications of any
kind to a Dee Zee product void all warranties. The original purchaser may be required (at Dee Zee’s sole discretion) to return the
defective merchandise, provide a photograph, or provide the original purchase receipt to the original place of purchase or Dee Zee, Inc.
LIMITED-LIF ETIME W ARR ANT Y ON THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS, INCLUDING:
• STAINLESS STEEL: SIDE STEPS, GRILLE GUARDS, BULL BARS, BED CAPS, STORAGE BOXES, AND SIDE MOLDINGS.
• ALUMINUM: SIDE STEPS, STORAGE BOXES, RUNNING BOARDS, TRANSFER TANKS, BED PROTECTION, AND CAB RACKS.
• PLASTIC: STORAGE BOXES, BED CAPS, AND RUNNING BOARDS.
• OTHER PRODUCTS: BED MATS, AND RUBBER MUD FLAPS.
THR EE-YEAR WARRANTY ON OTHER PRODUCTS, INCLUDING:
• POWDER-COATED / E-COATED STEEL: SIDE STEPS, STORAGE BOXES, JOB SITE BOXES, AND TRANSFER TANKS.
• OTHER PRODUCTS INCLUDING: EZ DOWNS, FLOOR MATS, BULBS, RUNNING BOARDS, AND PRODUCTS NOT OTHERWISE
LISTED SEPARATELY.
TRANSFER TANK PUMPS & ACC ESSORI ES
ALL GPI PRODUCTS INCLUDING TRANSFER TANK PUMPS AND RELATED ITEMS ARE COVERED BY THE GPI WARRANTY. TO SUBMIT A
WARRANTY CLAIM, PLEASE CONTACT GPI AT 800-835-0113. DEE ZEE, INC WARRANTY TERMS DO NOT APPLY TO GPI PRODUCTS. YOU
MAY ALSO VISIT: WWW.GPI.NET.
Dee Zee products have a high quality finish that must be cared for like any other exposed finish on the vehicle. Protect the finish with
a non-abrasive automotive wax, (e.g. Pure Carnauba) on a regular basis. The use of any soap, polish or wax that contains an abrasive
is detrimental, as the compounds scratch the finish and open it to corrosion. The finish of all Dee Zee products is covered for 1 year
from the date of purchase. Claims submitted after one year from the date of purchase are subject to review, and are covered at the
sole discretion of Dee Zee, Inc.

Buyer assumes all risk and liability for the installation and use of Dee Zee products. Dee Zee products are sold as appearance
accessories and should not be relied upon as protection for the vehicle or its occupants in the event of a collision or roll over.
Vehicles equipped with a supplemental restraints system (air bags) deployed by impact should not be modified in any way. Always
consult the vehicle manufacturer if you have any questions regarding supplemental restraint systems. Dee Zee, Inc assumes no
liability for injury, loss, incidental or consequential damages in the event of an accident.
WARRANTY SUBMISSION PROCEDURE
In order to ensure a prompt and efficient review of your claims, please review the following procedure before submitting your claim:
1) You must register your product at www.deezee.com/warranty
2) Please read the above terms and conditions to ensure that your product is eligible for warranty coverage.
3) Contact us at 1-800-779-2102 (You may be directed back to the original place of purchase).
4) Be sure to have your original receipt, and be prepared to describe the issue. Photographs may be required.