Add a third crossbar to your Weather Guard steel truck rack with the 1290-52-01 accessory cross member. This is an add-on bar for an existing 1275-52-02 rack, not a standalone rack, and it gives you a place to set shorter items up on top of the rack so they ride level and secure. It installs with no drilling because it uses the same pins as the rack's rear cross member, slides along the rack to match different material lengths, and stores above the cab when you are not using it. The matte black powder coat matches the rack.
What's Included:
One steel accessory cross member
Pins and hardware to mount it on the 1275-52-02 rack
Weather Guard instructions
Features
Adds a Third Crossbar This accessory cross member gives your Weather Guard steel truck rack a third bar, so shorter items can sit up on top of the rack and ride level instead of dropping down between the front and rear crossbars. It is a simple way to expand what one rack can carry.
Works With the 1275 Rack It is designed to work exclusively with the Weather Guard 1275-52-02 steel truck rack. This is an add-on for a rack you already own, not a rack on its own, so make sure you have the 1275 before adding it.
True No-Drill Install There is no drilling required. The cross member uses the same pins as the rack's rear cross member, so it drops into place in seconds and locks in with the pins you already have on the rack.
Slides To Fit Your Load Move the cross member along the rack as needed to support ladders and materials of different lengths. That lets you set the third bar right where a given load needs the extra support.
Stores Above the Cab When you are not using it, the cross member stores above the cab on the rack, so it stays out of the way and does not take up bed space or ride loose. It is there when you need it and tucked away when you do not.
Matte Black To Match A matte black powder coat matches the 1275 rack and protects the steel from the elements, so the added bar blends in and holds up to the same jobsite and weather exposure as the rest of the rack.
Fitment & Compatibility
Compatibility
Fit
Weather Guard 1275-52-02 steel truck rack
✓ Yes, designed to work with it
Standalone use without a Weather Guard steel truck rack
✗ No, this is an accessory bar, not a rack
Other brands or non-steel-rack Weather Guard racks
✗ No, Weather Guard specifies the 1275-52-02
Fit guidance: This is an accessory, not a rack. It only works as a third crossbar on a Weather Guard 1275-52-02 steel truck rack, using the rack's existing rear cross member pins. You must already own the 1275 rack for it to be useful. It fits whatever truck the 1275 rack is installed on, since it simply adds a bar to that rack.
Specifications
Type: Steel accessory cross member, add-on bar for a truck rack
Works With: Weather Guard 1275-52-02 steel truck rack
Material: Steel
Finish: Matte Black powder coat
Assembled Dimensions: About 58.8"L x 3"W x 3"H
Mounting: No-drill, uses the same pins as the rack's rear cross member
Adjustable: Slides along the rack for different material lengths
Storage: Stows above the cab on the rack when not in use
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Shipping Weight: About 13 lb
Product Dimensions: 58-3/4"L x 3"W x 3"H
Weight: About 11-1/4 lb (15-1/2 lb shipping)
Fits: Weather Guard steel truck racks, no drilling required
Install Time: About 15 minutes
Made In: China
Installation
Type: No-drill add-on to an existing 1275-52-02 rack · Time: A few minutes · Tools: No tools required for the basic drop-in; uses the rack's existing pins · Difficulty: Easy
Set the accessory cross member across your installed 1275-52-02 rack and secure it with the same pins the rack uses for its rear cross member. Slide it along the rack to the position your load needs, then load shorter items on top. When you are done, reposition or store it above the cab on the rack. Follow the Weather Guard instructions for pin placement.
Watch the installation walkthrough:
Resources
Everything you need for your Weather Guard Steel Accessory Cross Member for 1275 Truck Rack, Matte Black, in one place.
Warranty. Limited Lifetime Warranty from Weather Guard against defects in materials and workmanship.
Free shipping. 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.
Inspect on delivery. 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.
About Weather Guard
Weather 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.
Known 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.
Backed by a strong manufacturer warranty and US-based support, Weather Guard is the name pros trust to protect the tools their livelihood depends on.
Authorized Weather Guard dealer. 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.
Weather Guard Defender Series Truck Rack Install
Weather Guard's Defender Series install video shows the lightweight aluminum truck rack going onto a pickup with no drilling required. You see the compression clamps grip the bed rails and the crossbars set up to carry ladders, lumber and pipe, rated to about 800 pounds. It makes clear how quickly the rack mounts and how the ladder stops keep a load in place. It is a helpful look at the rack in place before you buy or install your own.
Weather Guard Headache Rack Install Guide
Weather Guard's step-by-step guide covers mounting a headache rack, also called a cab protector, behind the cab. You see how the rack bolts up to shield the back window from shifting ladders, lumber and cargo. It walks through the hardware and placement so the rack sits square and solid. Coming straight from the manufacturer, it is the most reliable reference for installing and understanding the rack.
Best Upgrade for Your Truck
This is Weather Guard's own brand film about outfitting a working pickup, built on the idea that the truck should already be loaded and organized before the day starts. It puts the bed and rail equipment in the context of a real work day rather than a spec sheet.
Watch it if you are still deciding how much storage a truck actually needs. It is the clearest short look at how Weather Guard boxes, racks and drawer units are meant to work together on one vehicle, and it comes straight from the manufacturer rather than a reseller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers on specs, fit and support
Is this a complete truck rack?
No. The 1290-52-01 is an accessory cross member, an add-on bar for a rack you already own. It works exclusively with the Weather Guard 1275-52-02 steel truck rack. If you do not have that rack yet, you need the rack first before this accessory is useful.
What does the extra cross member do?
It adds a third crossbar to the rack, so shorter items can sit up on top and ride level instead of dropping between the front and rear bars. You can slide it along the rack to support ladders and materials of different lengths.
Do I have to drill to install it?
No. It uses the same pins as the rack's rear cross member, so it drops into place with no drilling and locks in with pins the rack already has. It takes only a few minutes and no tools for the basic install.
Where does it go when I am not using it?
It stores above the cab on the rack when it is not in use, so it stays out of the way, does not take up bed space and does not ride loose. Reposition or stow it any time your load changes.
What is it made of and what finish is it?
It is steel with a matte black powder coat that matches the 1275 rack and protects against the elements, so the added bar blends in and holds up to the same weather and jobsite exposure as the rest of the rack.
Is it covered by a warranty?
Yes. Like the rack it pairs with, the accessory cross member is backed by a Weather Guard Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
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