{"product_id":"weather-guard-ezglide2-fixed-drop-down-van-ladder-rack-full-size-2271-3-01","title":"Weather Guard EZGLIDE2 Fixed Drop-Down Van Ladder Rack for Full-Size Vans, Single Side Aluminum (2271-3-01)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Weather Guard 2271-3-01 EZGLIDE2 drop-down van ladder rack takes the fight out of loading long ladders on a full-size van. Instead of pressing a heavy extension ladder overhead, you unlock the rack, let the smooth dual-hydraulic-damper rollers glide it down to about waist height, load the ladder at the side of the van, then swing it back up and lock it. EZGLIDE2 is Weather Guard's next-generation drop-down system, built to be the lightest and easiest on the market, roughly 50 percent easier to operate than typical drop-down racks so you take strain and injury risk off your crew. This single-side rack mounts on either the driver or passenger side of low-roof full-size vans, carries extension ladders up to 40' plus step and podium ladders, and rides on lightweight aluminum with a Brite White ARMOR-TUF powder coat that shrugs off weather and road salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEZGLIDE2 single-side fixed drop-down ladder rack for full-size vans, aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo cross members with interlocking ladder supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual hydraulic dampers and smooth-roller drop-down mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking latch to secure the rack in the raised position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamps to keep a telescoping handle out of the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel mounting 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\/Pki9w674JGQ\" 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\u003eGround-Level Ladder Loading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe drop-down system lowers your ladder to about waist height at the side of the van so you load and unload without lifting overhead. That single change cuts the awkward, high-effort part of the job and helps keep shoulders and backs healthy over a long work week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 Percent Easier To Operate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEZGLIDE2 is engineered to be the lightest and easiest drop-down rack Weather Guard builds, about 50 percent easier to raise and lower than typical competitor racks. Smooth rollers on dual hydraulic dampers do the work so one person can cycle the rack quickly between stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarries Long Ladders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis rack handles extension ladders from 20' to 40', step ladders from 6' to 10', and podium ladders from 3' to 8' Interlocking ladder supports keep the load seated and stable while you drive so nothing shifts on the highway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounts Driver Or Passenger Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe single-side design can be installed on either side of the van to match how your crew works and loads, and you can add the matching dual drop-down kit later to carry ladders on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Aluminum, Brite White ARMOR-TUF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAluminum construction keeps weight low so more of your van roof rating stays available for the load, and the Brite White ARMOR-TUF powder coat with stainless steel hardware stands up to rain, road salt, and years of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVan-Specific Mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBolts to your van roof using the Weather Guard mounting channel kit matched to your van, giving a rigid, rattle-free attachment engineered for the vehicle rather than a generic clamp-on.\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;\"\u003eVan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#ba232a;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;font-weight:700;border:none;\"\u003eConfiguration\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;\"\u003eFord Transit (low roof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e130\" wheelbase with kit 2130-0-01; 148\" wheelbase with kit 2102-0-01\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 Fits with the correct mounting channel kit\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;\"\u003eNissan NV (low roof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003eWith kit 2113-0-01\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 Fits with the correct mounting channel kit\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;\"\u003eChevrolet Express \/ GMC Savana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003eFull-size cargo van\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 Fits full-size low-roof configuration\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;\"\u003eFord E-Series (Econoline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003eFull-size cargo van\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 Fits full-size low-roof configuration\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;\"\u003eMid-roof and high-roof vans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;\"\u003eTaller roof lines\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 Not this model, choose the Extended EZGLIDE2 2291-3-01\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 This is the low-roof full-size EZGLIDE2 rack. Loading happens at the side of the van, so leave clear space on the mounting side. A Weather Guard mounting channel kit matched to your exact van is required and sold separately (for example 2130-0-01 or 2102-0-01 for the Ford Transit, 2113-0-01 for the Nissan NV). Always confirm your van roof load rating before loading heavy ladders, and measure your ladder length against the 20' to 40' extension range. For mid-roof and high-roof vans, use the Extended EZGLIDE2 Model 2291-3-01 instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e EZGLIDE2 Fixed Drop-Down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/b\u003e Single side, mounts driver or passenger side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFits Vans:\u003c\/b\u003e Low-roof full-size cargo vans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtension Ladder Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 20' to 40'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep Ladder Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 6' to 10'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePodium Ladder Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 3' to 8'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoad Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 100 lb per side (check your van roof rating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCross Members:\u003c\/b\u003e Two, with interlocking ladder supports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e Smooth rollers on dual hydraulic dampers\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 Brite White ARMOR-TUF powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e about 93\"L x 20.9\"W x 6.6\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e About 85 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMounting:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires Weather Guard van-specific mounting channel kit (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e About 74.5\"W x 130.75\"D x 19\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e About 77 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstall Time:\u003c\/b\u003e About 1.0 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e Limited Lifetime\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 Roof mount using a van-specific mounting channel kit  ·  \u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e About 1.5 to 3 hours  ·  \u003cb\u003eTools:\u003c\/b\u003e Socket and wrench set, tape measure, drill for the channel kit per the van instructions  ·  \u003cb\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate, two people recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the Weather Guard mounting channel kit for your van first, then bolt the EZGLIDE2 rack to the channels and set the cross-member spacing for your ladders. Cycle the drop-down a few times empty to confirm the dampers move smoothly and the latch locks before loading a ladder. Follow the printed Weather Guard instructions for the exact torque and channel placement.\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\/rszjgryJLro\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, Shipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e Weather Guard Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.\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":48892079472884,"sku":"2271-3-01","price":1976.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4784\/0244\/files\/weather-guard-2271-3-01-ezglide2-fixed-drop-down-van-ladder-rack-studio-three-quarter.jpg?v=1784818772","url":"https:\/\/prestigetruck.com\/products\/weather-guard-ezglide2-fixed-drop-down-van-ladder-rack-full-size-2271-3-01","provider":"Prestige Truck","version":"1.0","type":"link"}