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October 16, 2008
Jet Rack - Ladder Storage for Trucks and Vans
Even though this blog is 'Tech Talk', occasionally I find a clever low tech product. The Jet Rack is a simple, affordable ($79.99) system that securely stores ladders - vertically or horizontally - on the ceiling or walls of a van, trailer or truck.
I wanted to test their product, but I don't own the right kind of vehicle, so I enlisted my friends at @home audio video, one of East Tennessee's premier AV companies. Brian Kimmitt, their lead installer, wrote the following review:

"Installation was pretty straightforward. It took about an hour to install, which included cutting the strut to length and figuring out the best location to install it in the van. The installation instructions were clearly laid out.
After using the system for about 5 weeks now, I am very happy with it. The ladder unloads from the van easily, and then reloads even easier. It is rock solid during transport, and holds the ladder tightly. The lock cable also adds peace of mind.
As per the instructions, I did have to pick up some lithium grease to grease the strut so what the rack system would slide. After adding the grease, the whole system slides easily.
Bottom line, keeping the ladder off the floor was the overall goal, but the system makes it even more convenient by making removing and reloading the ladder from the van effortless. I would definitely recommend the product."
Thanks Brian. For more information go to Jet Rack and watch the video.
Posted by Bob Gatton at October 16, 2008 9:01 AM
