Holman 8012A Manual

Holman
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
800-343-7486
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20230725R4 DATE: ________________
Instruction Guide
8012A

Instructions – 8012A
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PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO
ASSEMBLING, INSTALLING, AND USING THIS PRODUCT.
Warning
DO NOT EXCEED MANUFACTURERS WEIGHT CAPACITY FOR ROOF.
Secure all payloads properly for safe transportation.
Tools Needed
7/16”, 1/2”, 3/4” Sockets and Wrench 7/16”, 1/2”, 3/4” Box Wrenches
#2 Philips Screwdriver 3/16”, 5/16” Allen Hex Wrenches
Table of Contents
Parts ................................................................................................................................................ 2
Hardware (18-8016A) ...................................................................................................................... 2
Hardware (18-8000A-RB) ................................................................................................................ 4
Sealant Application .......................................................................................................................... 4
Step 1 – Assemble Side Channels .................................................................................................. 5
Step 2 – Attach Roller Bar to Roller Bar Brackets ........................................................................... 5
Step 3 – Attach Wind Deflector to Front Crossbar ........................................................................... 6
Step 4 – Install Crossbars To Feet .................................................................................................. 6
Step 5 – Attach Side Channels to Crossbars ................................................................................... 7
Step 6 – Attach Front Crossbar ....................................................................................................... 8
Step 7 – Attach Roller Bar Assembly ............................................................................................... 8
Before You Begin
 Read all instructions prior to assembling or installing any Holman product.
 Always locate your installation locations prior to performing any work.
 Be sure to put sealant around all threads entering cargo area and between the rubber
spacer and roof of vehicle to prevent water from leaking into cargo area.
 HAVE THE MOUNTING KIT INSTALLED TO VEHICLE PRIOR TO INSTALLING THIS RACK.
 PROPER SEALANT APPLICATION IS CRITICAL TO PREVENTING WATER PENETRATION
INSIDE THE RACK. Apply a healthy bead of sealant entirely around every swaged joint and
every bolt going through tubing. Improper sealing can lead to water penetration and rust
on inside surfaces.

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Parts
Hardware (18-8016A)

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Hardware (18-8016A) (Continued)

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Hardware (18-8000A-RB)
Sealant Application
 Proper sealant application is critical to
preventing water penetration inside the rack.
 Apply a healthy bead of sealant around every
swaged joint as shown. Improper sealing can
lead to water penetration and rust on inside
surfaces.
 Wipe any excess sealant off immediately with a
plastic scraper or paper towel. Any smeared
sealant can be rubbed off as soon as sealant
dries.
 Maintain this seal throughout the life of your
rack.
DO NOT EXCEED MANUFACTURERS WEIGHT CAPACITY FOR ROOF.

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Step 1 – Assemble Side Channels
 Cover swage joints with sealant per Sealant
Application guidelines. Push ends of front side
channel onto swaged ends of center side channel.
 Using a 1/4” x 1-1/2” button head bolt and
1/4” flanged lock nut, bolt through upper side channel
tubes.
 Using a 1/2” x 2-1/4” button head bolt, 1/2” flat
washer, and 1/2” locking jam nut, bolt through lower
side channel tubes.
 Remove excess sealant.
 Repeat for rear side channel.
 Repeat for opposite side channel.
 Tighten the bolts going through top and bottom side-channel
tubes.
Step 2 – Attach Roller Bar to Roller Bar Brackets
Note: The center roller bar mounting position is best for load bearing. Several positions are
provided to accommodate different loading positions.
 Using a 5/16” x 1-1/2” hex head bolt, bolt
through the following and into the end of the
roller bar.
o a 5/16” lock washer,
o a 5/16” flat washer,
o two plastic washers (one on each side
of roller bar bracket),
o a roller bar bracket, and
o a roller bearing,
Be sure flanges are facing away from each
other and away from center of roller bar.
 Repeat for opposite side. DO NOT USE IMPACT WRENCH!

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Step 3 – Attach Wind Deflector to Front Crossbar
 Insert wind deflector clamp-retainer into cutout in wind deflector.
 Hold wind deflector in position with angled edge aimed
towards front of vehicle.
 Use a #10 x 3/4” pan head screw and #10 washer to bolt
through the wind deflector into the press nut in the clamp.
 Repeat for remaining two clamps.
 Tighten.
Step 4 – Install Crossbars To Feet
NOTE: Hardware to attach crossbars to feet is included in mounting kit.
 Set crossbar onto feet. Mounting feet may be installed into either upper or lower slots, based
upon clearance required for vehicle.
 Center crossbar right-to-left with feet and vehicle.
Center rack on vehicle.

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 Using 3/8” x 1” hex head bolts, 3/8” lock nuts, and 3/8” flat washers provided with mounting kit,
bolt crossbar to feet.
 Tighten but allow for movement.
 Repeat for all remaining crossbars.
Step 5 – Attach Side Channels to Crossbars
 Set side channel into round cutout in crossbars in desired position.
 Although rack position may be adjusted later, it is recommended to determine the front-to-back
position of the rack at this point.
 Insert a side channel clamp into cutout in each crossbar with interior diameter facing upward.

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 For each side channel clamp, use a
5/16” x 1” carriage bolt and 5/16” flanged lock nut
to bolt side channel clamp to crossbar.
 Snug tighten but allow for movement.
Step 6 – Attach Front Crossbar
 Cover swage joints with
sealant per Sealant
Application guidelines. Push
front crossbar onto swaged
end of front side channel.
Be sure to align holes in
both and be sure flat face of
wind deflector is on top.
 Using a 1/2” x 2-1/2” button
head cap screw, 1/2” flat
washer, and 1/2” locking
jam nut, bolt through front side channel and front crossbar.
 Remove excess sealant.
 Tighten.
 Repeat for opposite side.
Step 7 – Attach Roller Bar Assembly
 Using a 1/4” x 1” hex head bolt,
1/4” lock washer, and 1/4” flat washer, bolt
through a TOP hole in the roller bar bracket
into end of the TOP rear side channel.
 Using a 5/16” x 1-1/4” hex head bolt,
5/16” lock washer, and 5/16” flat washer, bolt
through the BOTTOM holes in the roller bar
bracket into end of BOTTOM rear side
channel.
 LOOSELY tighten hardware.
 Repeat for opposite side.
 Check that the rack is square to the
vehicle and mounts.
1/4” x 1” Bolt
5/16” x 1-1/4” Bolt
DO NOT USE IMPACT WRENCH!

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 Be sure the rear roller bar is hanging off the rear of the vehicle enough so that when
placing a ladder on the rack, it does not come into contact with the rear of the vehicle.
GO BACK AND TIGHTEN ALL HARDWARE.
INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY ARE COMPLETE.