TracVan Double Installation Manual
TracVan installation is straightforward, and should take you under 20 minutes to complete. You’ll attach the Crossbars to the Corner Brackets, then attach this assembly to the Gutter Rails of your van.
1. Verify that you have received the correct parts using the attached Assembly Drawing and Packing Checklist.
2. Fit the Rubber Strip on the lower edge of each Corner Bracket.
Do not install strip:
• On 2000+ Ford 150 Econoline vans.
• If using the Gutter Spans
3. Insert 2 (5/16” x 1 3/4 ” long) Socket Head Cap Screws through the Lock Washers and then into the holes in each Corner Bracket Tab.
4. Insert the J-Hooks with Neoprene Strips through the Assembly Slots at the base of the Corner Bracket. Then insert 2 Brass Nuts into the opening of the J-Hook clips. Thread each screw approx. 1/4 in. into the J-hook’s brass nut. (Do not completely tighten screws) Repeat for each Corner Bracket, (2 hooks for each Bracket). (See Fig. 1)
5. Now you’re ready to attach the Crossbars (see Shim Installation, page 6, if shims are required on front and rear racks). Insert the heads of four 1 1/2” T-Bolts into the Crossbar Slot on the bottom of each Crossbar (the bottom is the side with the Flat Recess) (see Fig. 2). Slide 2 T-Bolts to the left side and 2 T-Bolts to the right.
6. Attach a Corner Bracket assembly to the Crossbar by inserting the T-Bolts through the two holes in the Corner Bracket. Partially tighten and secure with the Self Locking Nuts – enough to hold the Corner Bracket in place. Repeat for each of the remaining three Brackets.
7. Slide the Crossbar Tiedowns onto the Crossbar by insert- ing the T-Bolts into the top Crossbar Slot.
Special Installation notes:
• All 1998+ Chevy Express / GMC Savanna (G-Series Vans) require the supplied Gutter Span, which are designed to span the putty filled rain gutter of the Van for maximum strength. If you use the supplied Gutter Spans, refer to “Roof Installation B” instructions on page 5 for proper installation.
• All 2000+ Ford Econoline Vans: DO NOT install the rubber strips to the Corner Brackets.
• When installing a TracVan Triple (SKU# 29056) to a Chevy Express / GMC Savanna (G-Series Vans) and Ford Vans with curved roofs you’ll need to add the supplied Shims, to compensate for the gutter’s curve.
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