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Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Cantilever - 1,250 lbs
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Price: $1,429.85
Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Cantilever - 1,250 lbs
Item # TH43002XT-781EX
Our Price: $1,429.85
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Thule Ladder Racks - TH43002XT-781EX
This versatile, sliding ladder rack adjusts along the length of your truck bed and easily removes from the included T-track base rails. Over-the-cab extension lets you carry long pipes, lumber, and more. Lightweight, rustproof aluminum construction.
Features:
- Adjustable ladder rack slides in unique, T-track base rails along the full length of your vehicle's bed
- Perfect for long loads, short loads, and everything in between
- Integrated, quick-release clamping knobs can be loosened to move rack, tightened to secure it in place
- Rack can be removed from track quickly and easily
- Aerodynamic design reduces drag and wind noise
- Elliptical crossbars are streamlined to minimize wind resistance
- Airfoil trip strips prevent air from whistling through slots
- Cantilever extension provides additional support for long loads
- Attaches to crossbar to add 32" of length to rack
- Sits over the cab of your truck
- Removes easily for a more compact ladder rack
- 6000-Series aluminum construction is strong and durable
- Lightweight material won't detract from load rating
- Internal web structure of crossbars increases strength and rigidity
- Dual-stage powder coat finish adds extra rust protection
- E-coat is followed by a clear coat for improved resistance to scratches
- 4 Heavy-duty, aluminum load stops included - keep ladders, lumber, and other cargo in place
- Mount quickly and easily in top slots of crossbars
- Slide within slots to adjust
- Lock in place with simple twist of a knob
- 4 Side cleats attach to uprights for additional tie-down options
- No-drill installation - mounts in stake pockets
- Wide base on either side of each upright provides superior stability - no need for additional bracing
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Carrying capacity: 1,250 lbs
- Capacity of cantilever extension: 1,000 lbs
- Crossbar length: 69-1/2"
- Rack height (with base rails): 27-5/16"
- Warranty:
- Limited lifetime for ladder rack
- 2-Year for cantilever extension
TracRac Base Rails
The TracRac base rails provide the foundation for this unique, customizable system. No-drill, stake-pocket installation yields securely mounted rails that sit atop your factory side rails. Each rail has 2 tracks for maximum adjustability.
Because the rack section at the front of your truck bed mounts to a different T-track than the one in the rear, the sections can be moved so that they are right next to each other. The result is unobstructed access to your truck bed and improved aerodynamics when you are not using the rack.
TracRac offers accessories that are designed to mount in these tracks. Base rail tie-downs (TA25100 - sold separately) give you additional cargo-management options. These rustproof, aluminum tie-downs slide across the rails for optimal placement and are secured in place with the turn of a knob.
Cantilever Over-the-Cab Extension
Included with your TracRac system is the cantilever extension, which attaches to the front crossbar to provide 32" of additional length over the cab of your vehicle. With this extension piece mounted you can carry long loads safely and easily. The crossbar of the cantilever extension is constructed in the same fashion as the other TracRac crossbars so that you get the same sturdy, aerodynamic styling throughout.
TracRac Slotted Crossbars
The sturdy aluminum crossbars on all TracRac truck racks feature integrated slots for mounting and easily adjusting accessories, such as the included load stops. These slots appear on both the top and bottom of the bars for the ultimate in mounting versatility. Like the pieces that mount in the base rails, these accessories also have quick-release knobs that let you loosen and tighten them with a mere twist of a knob so that they can be positioned as needed along the bars.
A built-in trip strip at the front of each crossbar shields the slots from wind, maintaining the aerodynamic quality of the bars and preventing that annoying whistle you often find with slotted bars.
Included Tie-Downs
Included with your TracRac SR are 8 tie-down accessories. The 4 load stops are designed to mount in the slots of the crossbars and slide along them for quick, easy adjustment. These bookend-style pieces help to hold ladders and lumber in place on the crossbars. They also have built-in loops for securing tie-down straps.
The 4 cleats attach at any of the provided mounting points along the outsides of the upright supports so that you can tie down items that require additional anchoring or that sit in your truck bed.
Sturdy, Rustproof Construction
The TracRac base rails and rack system, as well as most TracRac accessories, are constructed of durable, lightweight aluminum. Because aluminum is lighter than steel - the material most often used for truck racks - only a small percentage of your truck's cargo capacity is taken up by the rack itself, enabling you to pack on more weight than you could with a steel system.
Even though aluminum is already rustproof in itself, TracRac has taken the extra step of adding a dual powder coat finish to further protect your rack. The electrostatic powder coat (e-coat) clings to the metal surface better than traditional paint finishes for a more durable covering. The second coat is a clear finish that adds extra shine and protection from scuffs and scratches.
43002 Thule Track Rack SR Sliding, Overhead Rack
21781 Thule Track Rack Base Rails for Short Bed Chevy and GMC Full-Size Trucks
24002 Thule Track Rack Cantilever Over-the-Cab Extension - Full Size
Replaces TracRac TA21781-02-02
Installation Details 
Alternate Instructions
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
2014 - 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2019 - 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2015 - 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2015 - 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2014 - 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2019 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2015 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
2015 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed
Customer Reviews
Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Cantilever - 1,250 lbs - TH43002XT-781EX
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (17 Customer Reviews)
This versatile, sliding ladder rack adjusts along the length of your truck bed and easily removes from the included T-track base rails. Over-the-cab extension lets you carry long pipes, lumber, and more. Lightweight, rustproof aluminum construction.
- TH43002XT-781EX
by: Edwin06/25/2018
this is an excellent product with fast shipping customer service good that I just bought was for the trucks of a company but I definitely think that I would install one to my personal truck amazin thanks 526787
- TH43002XT-610
by: Jeff05/03/2019
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Fantastic products and the rails slide very easily I’m excited to get to know her better and to use it for many years to come 637411
- TH43003XT-785
by: Buddy S11/26/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Assembles easy, installs easy and seems to be quality materials. 585405
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by: Will C.12/18/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
This is essentially the same rack TracRac has been making for years – great materials and very well engineered. It is not spec'ed for a Gen2 Toyota Tacoma, because the composite bed doesn't have stake pockets – but after I popped off the plastic bed side caps, there were lots of options for attachment. You just have to be comfortable drilling holes in the rack and in the sheet metal of your truck. In the end, it looks and functions great. 591638
- TH43002XT-000EX
by: Excellent!!07/22/2017
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Rack was easy to install, I use it daily and it's definitely built for it. I got a new truck and had to switch the bed rails out, ordered just the rails and changed it over in an hour. Great rack! 409298
- TH43002XT-606
by: Sammy06/13/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Well built product. Easy install. Combined it with a Bakflip F1 Tonneau cover. Minus a few minor things they work well together. 521238
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Brian L - 10/17/2017
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by: Brian L10/01/2016
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
This is a high quality product. The parts are all well made, and most everything is either stainless or aluminum, so it should last a long time. I bought it because my Kargo Master Pro-II was rusting up badly in only about eight years. Assembly isn't easy. Takes lots of time to get the rails level and evenly spaced, needs to be near perfect for the uprights to slide easily. And, there are just a lot of parts to put together. Assembly took a little longer because the instructions didn't match the kit in one area. The manual tells you to pre-assemble a bunch of fasteners, but then you realize that your parts don't have slots, like the instructions expect, but rather holes instead. So, the parts needed to be unassembled, then reassembled again, this time through the holes. No biggie, but it added to the time necessary. Be nice if the clips up on top could be easily removed when not in use. They look strange, and add height to your truck. I only ordered two of the tie-downs with the rack, should have ordered four so that shipping would be free. They are expensive, but nice. They didn't suggest it in the manual, but I think it would be a good idea to use anti-sieze on the hardware, I'm a little worried about galling down the road when disassembly is necessary. Stainless is prone to do that. In summary, though, this is a dang nice rack! I don't regret the purchase at all. 302432
Comments
Im still happy with the TracRac. Its very handy, and no rust! Unlike the one I replaced it with.
Brian L - 10/17/201729388
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Chris - 08/05/2016
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by: Chris07/20/2015
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Couldn't be happier with the Rack, it went together and operates flawlessly. Dealing with e trailer was a snap, I was informed all the way through the buying process of shipping and arrival dates. Will absolutely buy shop again with e trailer. 213054
Comments
Im as happy today as I was the first day that I had the Rack. Its agreat product!!
Chris - 08/05/201619991
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by: Simon BL07/12/2016
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
I have been planning to buy these for years. Now that I finally bit the bullet, I'm quite happy with the product. Installation was simple and straight forward and the flexibility of the rack is great. At first I had hoped to reuse an old rack that I bought on CL with new base rails and cantilever extension from etrailer. While the old racks still worked with the base rails, the cantilever extension package didn't interface properly. I ended up opting to buy all new parts for the sake of simplicity. I'll put the used rack back on CL. I did have some problems with the order initially due to incorrect parts being in the package, but customer service at etrailer was top notch and everyone I spoke with was helpful. We ironed out the problems and etrailer sent out new parts immediately. What could have been a frustrating experience was turned into a slightly prolonged but easy process of getting a great rack on my truck. Thanks! 270839
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by: Mark06/25/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
The rack system is very well put together. I only had a couple of issues with the instalation. There wasn't any directions with the base rails, so it took a bit to figure out how it went together and what holes to use for my truck. The canteilever kit, The top bolt that holds the cross bar should be a button screw and square nut, not a square head bolt and nut. with the square head bolt and nut it could interfere with a long load since it sticks up and could catch on anything being loaded . All and all a nice rack. I got this type of rack hoping that I could slide the rear post forward as to not interfere with my 5th wheel when towing it. That part is yet to be dedurmined. 526720
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by: Carl07/05/2019
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Product is great and installed easily once I figured out that for my Ram 1500 Laramie, the pocket stakes are too big for the rubber blocks and won't work and I did have to drill thru the plastic molding. Once I figured out the stake holes wouldn't work I looked at the drawing again and the holes where Tundra is listed gave me the idea to try those. Those holes worked on the Ram and I ended up drilling out the "spikes" that hold the molding onto the sheet metal. No drilling thru the sheet metal was required, only the plastic. Maybe I missed an install video for the Ram, it would have made the install much quicker and I wouldn't have to buy covers for my now cut out front stake pocket holes which weren't covered by the rails as I hoped they would. I haven't installed the cantilever as I don't need it yet. 666596
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by: Maine Coaster06/20/2019
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
The only sliding rack that works on my GMC Canyon, and as good (if not better) than the original TrackRac I purchased over ten years ago (and still in use) for my Tundra. Wish the TrackRac sliding rack/tonneau combination were still available; it was the PERFECT combo! 660641
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by: Anderson06/07/2019
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Perfect, I'm very happy with the produc t. 654485
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by: Douglas07/21/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Have not installed so can't speak for the rack but the service and response at etrailer regarding other orders and question we had was excellent. The Bed Mat fit perfectly as advertised. Waiting for seat covers. etrailer made sure the order was correct. 544389
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by: Gregory04/25/2018
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Product came fast and it was as expected. Assembly was not too difficult and I was able to have it on the truck in an afternoon. 500595
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by: Ed12/22/2017
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
Bought new Trac Rac SR racks. Great price, fast delivery. One small piece to the system was missing which prevented me from installing the racks. Contacted George and he had the missing part shipped out right away. Seems the missing piece was the factory's fault not etrailers. Will use again in the future. 462111
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by: Luis07/22/2015
Review from a similar Thule SR in Ladder Racks
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- Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 6-1/2 foot Bed
- There's only one style of tonneau cover we can recommend that fits with the TracRac sliding ladder racks like the part # TH43002XT-781 that you have installed on your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 6-1/2 foot bed. That's the BAK Revolver tonneaus like the X4 part # BAK79121 that is a confirmed fit for your truck as well.
It's the only tonneau that will roll up and not interfere with the uprights of the TracRack sliding ladder rack so it's the way to go.
view full answer... - What Tonneau Covers Work with the TracRac SR on a 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 W/ 6-1/2 Bed
- The only tonneau cover we have confirmed to work with the TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack part # TH43002XT-781 or part # TH43002XT-781EX for your 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 is the BAK Revolver X2 Hard Tonneau Cover part # BAK39121. The BAK Revolver is one of our most popular tonneau covers due to it's ease of use and durability.
It is possible that other tonneau cover options are available and will work with the TracRac SR but we have not had a chance to confirm this. Typically,...
view full answer... - LAdder Rack Needed for 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 6-1/2 Bed with BAKFlip MX4 Cover
- Since your BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover # BAK48121 sits inside the bed rails of your pickup we do have some solutions for you.
The best option would be to use the Thule TracRac SR which is a sliding rack that mounts on top of your bed rails and has a weight capacity of 1,250 lbs. To fold your MX4 up you will simply need to move the legs out of the way along their tracks. For your Silverado you will need either part # TH43002XT-781 or part # TH43002XT-781EX if you want the over-the-cab...
view full answer... - Ladder Rack Recommendation for 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 6-1/2 foot Bed
- I looked up pictures of the Undercover Flex Tonneaus and they install between the bed rails so we do have a ladder rack system that will work with it on your 2014 Chevy Silverado with a 6-1/2 foot bed.
The TracRac part # TH43002XT-781EX will work great for you since it installs through the top of the bed rails and would not interfere with the tonneau.
view full answer... - Recommended TracRac SR Truck Bed Ladder Rack for a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500
- I do have a sliding ladder rack confirmed to fit your 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 but according to the manufacturer, the TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Over-the-Cab Extension part # TH43002XT-501EX will not work as it is only designed to work with a GMC Sierra 1500 from 1999-2013.
For a sliding ladder rack that is confirmed to fit your vehicle, I recommend using the TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Over-the-Cab Extension part # TH43002XT-782EX for the 5-1/2' bed and...
view full answer... - TracRac Ladder Rack and Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 Short Bed
- For your 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed we have just what you'd need. First you'd want the sliding TracRac ladder rack part # TH43002XT-781EX which is confirmed as a fit for your truck and then for a tonneau cover the best solution is the BAK Revolver part # BAK39121 which will fit and work well with the ladder rack.
Not all covers can fit with the TracRac's but we have found that the Revolver is the best fitting solution and it's also very heavy duty.
view full answer... - Best Ladder Rack and Tonneau Cover Recommendation for 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 6.5 foot bed
- The best (and only) ladder rack and tonneau cover we can recommend for a truck is always the two you mentioned. The Bak Revolver X4 like the part # BAK79131 which is a confirmed fit for your 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 6-1/2 foot bed and the TracRac sliding ladder racks like the part # TH43002XT-781 which also fits your truck. For the cantilever version of this rack you'd instead need the part # TH43002XT-781EX. This gives you that extra bar that sits over the cab of the truck.
view full answer... - Ladder Rack Recommendation for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 6-1/2 foot Bed with BakFlip Tonneau
- The BakFlip covers install between the bed rails of the truck so a ladder rack like the TracRac SR part # TH43002XT-781EX would work in your 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed.
This rack attaches to the stake pockets of the bed rails so it would easily fit with the BakFlip. This rack # TH43002XT-781EX is also the correct rack for your truck as well. The last panel may not fold up all the way though as it might hit the uprights.
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- I have the perfect solution for you to use a crossover style tool box with the TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Over-the-Cab Extension # TH43002XT-781EX on your 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 6-1/2 foot bed.
Truxedo has their TonneauMate Truck Bed Toolbox # TX1117416 which will install under your bed rails but still let you use all of your floor space. Since you will be using your side rails already, you will need to use the TruXedo TonneauMate Clamp Kit # TX1117458 to install the tool...
view full answer... - Tonneau Cover and Ladder Rack Recommendation for 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 Long Bed
- There isn't a way to install a tonneau cover with your Erickson Over-The-Cab Truck Bed Ladder Rack # EM07707 that you referenced since the ladder rack mounts by wrapping around the inside of the bed rails and that's how a tonneau would install.
Only option you'd have would be to go with a TracRac Sliding Ladder Rack with Over Cab Extension # TH43002XT-781EX and then the BAK Revolver Tonneau # BAK39122.
view full answer... - Will Access TonnoSport Cover Work With TracRac SR Ladder System On 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Often tonneau covers and TracRac SR ladder racks do not work well together. I called the manufacturer and the Access Tonnosport Soft Cover, Item # A22020329, is a confirmed fit for your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and should work with the TracRac SR Ladder Rack System like Item # TH43002XT-781EX. These products have been compatible in previous years and the manufacturer told me they have had few reports of issues with 2018 vehicles.
Contact us if you have any other questions.
view full answer... - BAK Revolver Hard Roll-Up Tonneau Covers and Compatible Ladder Racks for 2016 GMC Sierra 1500
- The BAK Revolver X4 and X2 Hard Roll Up Tonneau Covers, when they are rolled up to the back of the cab window, will be approximately 9-inches in diameter for the 5-1/2-foot bed version, about 10-inches for the 6-1/2-foot bed version and about 12-inches for the 8-foot bed version. My contact at BAK who provided these figures said these are approximate dimensions only.
The Revolver covers for the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 are as follows:
5-1/2-foot bed models can use X4 # BAK79120 and X2...
view full answer... - Sliding Ladder Rack Recommendation for 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500 6-1/2 foot bed
- For the 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed the TracRac SR part # TH43002XT-781EX has been confirmed as a fit and would work well.
view full answer... - Ladder Rack for 2019 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2-foot Bed
- Thule's TracRac SR sliding ladder racks like # TH43002XT-781EX are not offered for your 2019 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2-foot bed so there is no way to adapt one made for a 6-1/2-foot bed truck. We do have TracRac fixed ladder racks for your Ram 1500 such as Thule's Xsporter # TH500XTB and others shown on the linked page. I can't recommend you cut the rails since this will both void your warranty and potentially affect the functionality of the rack.
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view full answer... - No-Drill Ladder Rack for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 6-1/2-foot Bed
- Yes, we have ladder racks for your 2018 Silverado 1500 with 6-1/2-foot bed that are no-drill installations.
In fact we have a lot of them that you can see on the linked page. These include fixed racks like Erickson # EM07705, folding racks like DeeZee's Invis-A-Rack # DZ951600 that you can get out of your way when you need to and also adjustable sliding rack systems like the Thule TracRac SR # TH43002XT-781 and # TH43002XT-781EX which includes a 3rd cantilever bar for over the cab.
Having...
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- The ladder rack system that is easiest to remove from your truck is the TracRac SR which uses bed rail mount tracks that let you not only quickly remove the uprights but that also let you position the uprights where they best fit your specific cargo. These also have the highest weight rating of any ladder rack we offer, 1250-lbs.
For 6-1/2 foot bed use 2-bar rack # TH43002XT-781 or 3-bar rack # TH43002XT-781EX.
For 8-foot bed use 2-bar rack # TH43002XT-780 or 3-bar rack # TH43002XT-780EX.
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