Headache Rack/ Cab Rack

[jlarrabee104]

Curious if anyone has purchased a Headache Rack style rack for their trucks?

I saw this Deezee Rack on CARiD and was wondering if anyone has experience.

I notice they have a Mesh Style one as well. Figure there will be drilling involved.

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[rooster]

I’ve been searching too... I don’t think there is an application specific one for Rangers out there... more so universal/drill fit.

 

[RANGER_MARC]

Just wondering, these look so cool, but, aside from the looks and the additional places to tie stuff down, do they actually provide any protection in case of a rollover? Or are there other advantages that I am missing?

 

[RoadtripsOfUnusualSize]

I put the Dee Zee rack on my '19 XLT this week. The installation was very straightforward. However, the tacky, huge Dee Zee plaque accidentally fell off and ended up in the trash. The rack will ultimately be used as part of my kayak hauling solution.

 

[TomC]

I put the Dee Zee rack on my '19 XLT this week. The installation was very straightforward. However, the tacky, huge Dee Zee plaque accidentally fell off and ended up in the trash. The rack will ultimately be used as part of my kayak hauling solution.

What kind of kayaks? i have a hobie outback and 14 ft PA...have been pondering the same question. Are you going to remove the roof antenna?

Just wondering, these look so cool, but, aside from the looks and the additional places to tie stuff down, do they actually provide any protection in case of a rollover? Or are there other advantages that I am missing?

I haul lots of brush on our rural property, and on previous trucks this kept me or the kids from throwing stuff thru the rear window. I had lights mounted facing the rear...

 

[RoadtripsOfUnusualSize]

What kind of kayaks? i have a hobie outback and 14 ft PA...have been pondering the same question. Are you going to remove the roof antenna?

Hi Tom. We've been paddling a tandem, but just sold it. This spring, we'll be transitioning over to a pair of 12' solos. We've been trying to order some for months, but there's been a big shortage of boats from pandemic buying and no dice. But, it does look like stores are starting to see some availability again. So, soon.

Hopefully that antenna won't be in the way. There will be a pair of Malone collapsible J-carriers on the top of the rack and that antenna should fall right between. If it's a concern, I'll maybe replace it with a stubby antenna.

We try to film our most interesting paddles and put them here: Roadtrips Of Unusual Size

 

[dr3w_mac]

I put the Dee Zee rack on my '19 XLT this week. The installation was very straightforward. However, the tacky, huge Dee Zee plaque accidentally fell off and ended up in the trash. The rack will ultimately be used as part of my kayak hauling solution.

I've really been looking into getting one of these, but was curious if I could still use a tool box the fit along with the rack. Yours looks really nice ?

 

[JimboAnz]

I put the Dee Zee rack on my '19 XLT this week. The installation was very straightforward. However, the tacky, huge Dee Zee plaque accidentally fell off and ended up in the trash. The rack will ultimately be used as part of my kayak hauling solution.

nice rack !! I was looking at these this morning. where did you find the most cost effective place to purchase from?

 

[RoadtripsOfUnusualSize]

where did you find the most cost effective place to purchase from?

Amazon. I ordered it in late December.

 

[Scooter]

How many holes do you have to drill to mount a good headache rack. I am not expecting it to be a roll bar. I load my Ranger a few times a year for camping. Gear is above the bed rails . If I get in an accident I want to stop the camping gear from going through the back Window. I also want to use it as a Rack to mount paddle boards.

 

[RoadtripsOfUnusualSize]

My DeeZee required no hole drilling; it came with clamps. I think most are like that.

Same here on purpose. We regularly load kayaks and gear in the bed and I'd really like to not punch something through the back window.

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

That looks great John. I know that Gary (@Swingpure ) has been looking for something like that. I like the curved corners and that it’s set up for t-slot eye bolts.

 

[GTGallop]

Headache racks are a great place to mount antennas for 2 way radios without putting a hole in your washtub.

 

[Swingpure]

That looks great John. I know that Gary (@Swingpure ) has been looking for something like that. I like the curved corners and that it’s set up for t-slot eye bolts.

Nice rack, but it not work with my tonneau cover. If I had to do it over again, I might have purchased the backrack and the matching tonneau cover.

 

[TheDo114]

Do we have access hole or bed stake pockets upfront to attach these types of racks? Or do we need to drill trough to bed rails and caps?

Thank you

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