WEATHER GUARD 236-3-01 User Manual
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Models 234 / 236
(Model 236, Curbside clamping only Model 234, Streetside and Curbside clamping)
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and
warnings completely before
assembly and installation.
234 / 236 PARTS LIST
2- Crossmembers
4- Ladder Guides (234)
2- Ladder Guides (236)
4- Top Adj. Clamp (234)
2- Top Adj. Clamp (236)
2- Bottom Adj. Angle (234)
1- Bottom Adj. Angle (236)
1- P.S. Rear Ass'y.
1- D.S. Rear Ass'y. (236)
1- D.S. Rear Ass'y. (234)
1- P.S. Front Ass'y.
1- D.S. Front Ass'y.
1- Airfoil
4- 8" Mtg. Clamps
2- 4" Mtg. Clamps
1- Bulk Cushion Strip
2- Center Support
2- Center Rails
Approximate Assembly and Installation time:
234: 1 hour 20 min. per unit (1.3 hrs.)
236: 1 hour 12 min. per unit (1.2 hrs.)
Depending on van equipment installation experience
The distinctive, trademarked
RED TIPS are your assurance of
WEATHER GUARD® Equipment
quality.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Ruler
3/8" Socket
Ratchet Wrench
3" Socket Extension
Loctite® thread locker
Electric Drill w/ 5/16" & 3/8" drill bits
7/16" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
1/2" Socket (deep well preferred)
WARNING
These Ladder Racks were
not designed to fit Chrysler
minivans. If installed on
these vehicles, the handle
can cause serious head
injuries or property damage.
BOLT KIT
Bolt Kit #32-0159 with Model 236 and Bolt Kit
#32-0157 with Model 234. Check these bolt
kits to be sure the following parts are included:
32-0159 32-0157 Description
4 4 1/4-20 x 1/2" Taptite Screw
3 3 1/4-20 x 3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
33 42 5/16" Flat Washer
4 6 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Carriage Bolt
25 32 5/16-18 x 7/8" Carriage Bolt
33 42 5/16-18 x Nylon Lock Nut
3 3 1/4-20 Nylon Lock Nut
6 6 5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt
WARNING
This product is only intended for, and only safe
for, transporting ladders, lumber, pipe and other
similar materials. It is the responsibility of the
user to secure these materials to the rack before
transporting. Any modifications made to this product, or use of this product for any other purpose
than its intended use, could create a hazardous
condition that can cause serious personal injury
or property damage.
Rev.A 4/04 Part No. 24-0181
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DS Handle
DS Handle
Ladder Guide
PS Rear
Crossmember
Center Rail
234
DS Rear
Center Support
Bottom Adj Angle
236
DS Rear
DS Front
Top Adj Clamp
4" Mtg Clamp
Figure 1. Parts Identification
PS Front
Airfoil
8" Mtg Clamp
1. Airfoil to Front Crossmember Assembly
CAUTION
Cut off Dodge Airfoil
straight through notch
and remove burrs
Dodge mounting holes
To keep debris out of your
eyes when drilling, always
wear protective eyewear.
If mounting a Conduit Carrier
remove appropriate knockouts for "U"
Clamp mounting clearance.
Center the Airfoil side to side on the
Crossmember. Mark the center
mounting hole and drill a 5/16" hole.
Ford / GM mounting
this hole only
Figure 2. Airfoil
1/4-20 Nylon
Lock Nut
Use this portion for Dodge vans only.
All other vans use entire Airfoil.
1/4-20 x 3/4"
Hex Hd. Bolt
Airfoil is to face forward.
Figure 3. Ford / GM Front Crossmember to Airfoil marking/fastening
Center the Airfoil side to side on the
Crossmember. Mark the mounting
holes on the top and drill the 5/16"
holes.
1/4-20 x 3/4"
Hex Hd. Bolt
1/4-20 Nylon
Lock Nut
Airfoil is to face forward.
Figure 4. Dodge Ram Front Crossmember Airfoil marking/fastening
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