{"product_id":"weather-guard-defender-universal-aluminum-over-cab-truck-rack-tr801-a","title":"Weather Guard DEFENDER Universal Aluminum Truck Rack, 800 lb, Black (TR801-A)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarry ladders and long material over the cab without the weight of a steel rack. The Weather Guard TR801-A DEFENDER is a universal aluminum truck rack rated for 800 pounds that fits most full-size and compact pickups. The over-cab design gives large ladders the length they need, four plastic ladder stops slide into the cross members to keep the load from shifting, and the black ARMOR TUF powder coat over lightweight aluminum stands up to weather and jobsite use. It is an easy-on, easy-off rack for crews that need to haul long loads when the job calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDEFENDER universal aluminum over-cab truck rack (front and rear crossbars with legs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour plastic ladder stops that slide into the cross members\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather Guard installation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\" style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5Hs12Jw5TF4\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e800 lb Aluminum Rack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DEFENDER carries up to 800 pounds on a lightweight aluminum frame, so you get real over-cab capacity for ladders, lumber and pipe without adding the weight of a steel rack to your payload. It is a strong, practical rack for a working pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Over-Cab Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a universal rack that fits most full-size and compact pickups, so one rack works across a mixed fleet. The over-cab design accommodates large ladders and long material by carrying them up and over the cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Ladder Stops Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour plastic ladder stops slide into the cross members, so you can position them to keep a ladder or bundle from sliding side to side. That built-in load control makes for a more secure, quieter ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy On, Easy Off\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DEFENDER is built for the occasional need to carry a ladder or long material, so it is a practical choice for crews that do not haul long loads every single day. It gives you over-cab capability when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack ARMOR TUF Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA black ARMOR TUF powder coat protects the aluminum from corrosion, chips and fading, giving the rack a clean blacked-out look and long service life through years of outdoor jobsite exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot For the Tacoma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DEFENDER fits most full-size and compact pickups, but it will not fit the Toyota Tacoma. Check that exclusion before you order so you get a rack that fits your truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:8px 0 4px;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"display:table;width:100%;margin:0;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;border:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#ba232a;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;border:none;\"\u003eTruck Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#ba232a;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;border:none;\"\u003eExample Trucks\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#ba232a;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;border:none;\"\u003eFit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMost full-size pickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003eF-150\/250\/350, Silverado\/Sierra 1500-3500, Ram 1500-3500, Tundra, Titan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a7f37;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Yes, universal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMost compact and mid-size pickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003eColorado, Canyon, Ranger, Frontier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#1a7f37;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Yes, universal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;font-weight:600;\"\u003eToyota Tacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#ba232a;font-weight:700;\"\u003e✗\u003c\/span\u003e No, the DEFENDER will not fit the Tacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf7f7;border-left:4px solid #ba232a;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:14px 16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TR801-A DEFENDER is a universal over-cab aluminum rack that Weather Guard lists as fitting most full-size and compact pickups. The one stated exclusion is the Toyota Tacoma, which it will not fit. It carries loads up and over the cab, so check garage, carport and drive-thru clearance before ordering, measure your bed, and keep loads within the 800 lb rating and strapped, using the four included ladder stops to keep the load from shifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoad Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 800 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e DEFENDER universal aluminum truck rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Over-cab aluminum truck rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte Black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLadder Stops:\u003c\/b\u003e Four plastic stops that slide into the cross members\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFit:\u003c\/b\u003e Most full-size and compact pickups; will not fit the Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Over-cab, accommodates large ladders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e About 55 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 66-5\/8\"W x 27-3\/4\"H x 15-3\/4\" deep per crossbar assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e About 55 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMounting Method:\u003c\/b\u003e No-drill clamp onto the bed rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstall Time:\u003c\/b\u003e About 15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade In:\u003c\/b\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Over-cab universal aluminum rack, mounts to the truck bed  ·  \u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e About 1 hour  ·  \u003cb\u003eTools:\u003c\/b\u003e Basic socket and wrench set; a second person helps when lifting and setting the rack  ·  \u003cb\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy to moderate, best done with two people\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssemble the front and rear crossbars and legs, set the rack onto the bed so the bars sit over the cab and tailgate, and secure it with the included hardware per the Weather Guard instructions. Slide the four plastic ladder stops into the cross members and position them to hold your load. Because the rack is wide, use a second person for the lift. Follow the official Weather Guard DEFENDER installation instructions for placement and torque, and re-check the mounts after the first loaded drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the installation walkthrough:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\" style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/61TGHT1IJnQ\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need for your Weather Guard DEFENDER Universal Aluminum Truck Rack, 800 lb, Black, in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4784\/0244\/files\/weather-guard-weatr801-a.pdf?v=1784421348\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Download the official Weather Guard installation manual for the Weather Guard DEFENDER Universal Aluminum Truck Rack, 800 lb, Black, with step-by-step mounting instructions and hardware details\" style=\"color:#ba232a;font-weight:700;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eOfficial Weather Guard DEFENDER Universal Aluminum Truck Rack, 800 lb, Black installation manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e, the manufacturer's step-by-step guide covering mounting, included hardware and torque specs.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, Shipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Year Warranty from Weather Guard against defects in materials and workmanship. Note that this rack carries a 3 year warranty, not the limited lifetime warranty found on Weather Guard's steel truck racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e This item ships free to the lower 48 states. Because it is an oversized item, it ships by freight and typically arrives in 3 to 7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspect on delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please inspect the packaging before signing. If you see any damage, note it on the delivery receipt and contact us right away, and we will make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Weather Guard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeather Guard has built professional-grade truck and van storage in the USA for decades and is the storage brand tradespeople, contractors, and fleets reach for first. Its steel and aluminum tool boxes, ladder racks, and van-interior systems are engineered to survive daily jobsite abuse and keep expensive tools secure and organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for weather-tight seals, patented locking systems, and heavy-gauge construction, Weather Guard products mount cleanly on work trucks and vans and stand up to years of hard use. The lineup spans crossover, low-side, and saddle truck boxes, ladder and van racks, drawer units, and fuel and utility tanks, so an entire work vehicle can be outfitted from one brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by a strong manufacturer warranty and US-based support, Weather Guard is the name pros trust to protect the tools their livelihood depends on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f4f2;border-left:4px solid #ba232a;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:16px 18px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized Weather Guard dealer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prestige Truck is an authorized dealer of Weather Guard, so every tool box, rack and storage product you buy is 100% genuine and factory-new, covered by the full Weather Guard manufacturer warranty, and backed by our own US-based support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Weather Guard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48876055199988,"sku":"TR801-A","price":565.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4784\/0244\/files\/weather-guard-tr801-a-defender-universal-aluminum-truck-rack-800-lb-black-studio.jpg?v=1784817084","url":"https:\/\/prestigetruck.com\/products\/weather-guard-defender-universal-aluminum-over-cab-truck-rack-tr801-a","provider":"Prestige Truck","version":"1.0","type":"link"}