Mirage Truck Rack User manual

MIRAGE TRUCK RACK
Congratulations! You have just purchased the original and finest lightweight, adjustable, removable, storable, pick-up truck rack
available. We created this versatile product for you - the person who needs the flexibility of carrying long loads above your pick-up truck bed
but doesn't want to haul around a heavy, bulky, permanent rack on a full-time basis. One person can snap this rack on and off in seconds
without any tools. Carry canoes, kayaks, bikes, windsurfers, skis, snowboards, surfboards, lumber, pipe, ladders and many other items. Be
sure to read these assembly and function directions thoroughly so that you'll understand how to safely make the most of your MIRAGE Truck
Rack.
BASE BRACKET AND CORNER POST ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
1. From the rear of the truck, slide two base brackets (7) into each rail track slot making sure each base push pin
hole (11) is facing outward. Slight knob (9) rotation may be needed to align the base bolt (8) with the rail track
slot.
2. Slide the base brackets to the desired positions on the rail tracks.
Note: Installation will be easier, if the base brackets are not tightened in place at this time.
3. Insert a corner post assembly (12) into each base bracket by depressing the corner post push-pin and sliding
the post into the base tubing slot (10) until it snaps in place. Position the posts to slope inward and so the top
corner bracket (13) tubing slots point toward each other. Again, when inserted properly, the corner post push-
pin will snap into the base bracket push-pin hole securing the corner post to the base bracket in a position
similar to the slope of the cab with the top corner brackets oriented toward each other.

1. RAIL TRACK 2. RAIL TRACK SLOT 7. BASE BRACKET 8. BASE BOLT 9. FASTENING KNOB 10. BASE TUBING SLOT
11. PUSH-PIN HOLE
ADJUSTABLE TUBING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Before installing the adjustable tubing, read the labels on the tubing sections to distinguish the end from the side tubes. Always
install tubes so that the labels can be read properly, not upside down. Warranty will be voided if labels are removed! The end tubing
sections (weight bearing sections) can also be distinguished from the side tubing sections by the heavier gauge metal inner tube.
NOTE: Hole patterns in the end and side tubes are spaced so that adjustments can be made in one inch increments.
1. Install the side tubing sections (14) first. Make sure the outer tubes with the labels are installed toward the
front of the truck.
2. Depress the outer tubing push-pin (17) on the labeled end of the side tubing section and insert it into one the
front top corner brackets. The push-pin will snap into place when properly aligned.
NOTE: Outer tube push-pins lock the tubes into the top corner brackets. Inner tube push-pins lock
the inner and outer tubes together.
3. Depress the inner tube push-pin (16) on the outer tube with the holes spaced about 5 inches apart and extend
the tube toward the rear top corner bracket. Snap the tube in place in the rear top corner bracket.
4. Depress the inner tube push-pin on the tube with 5 holes spaced about 1 inch apart. If necessary, slide the
inner side tube to a position which allows both inner tube push-pins to snap in place.
IMPORTANT! Make sure all four side tubing section push-pins are fastened in place.
5. Tighten the base brackets to the rail track by rotating the fastening knobs clockwise until tight.
HAND TIGHTEN ONLY!
6. Install the end tubing sections (15) in the same manner as the side tubing sections.
IMPORTANT! When properly assembled, the side tube adjustments should be the same. Width adjustments
may vary from front to rear due to the aerodynamic shape of some trucks.
Once assembled, adjust end tubes outward in 1 inch increments to tighten the rack.
ADJUSTING THE RACK LENGTH
1. Remove the end rear tubing section and side tubing sections.
2. Loosen and slide the two rear base brackets and attached corner post assemblies to the desired position.
3. Insert, adjust and fasten the side tubing sections into position.
4. Tighten the base brackets in place.
5. Insert the end rear tubing section and fasten in place.
NOTE: If the side tubes are completely collapsed and a smaller rack span is desired:
1. Remove the end rear tubing section and the side tubing sections.
2. Remove the inner side tubes and the rear outer side tubes from the labeled front outer side tubes.
3. Remove the push-pins from the ends of the rear outer side tubes and insert them into the first hole, toward the
rear, of the front outer side tubes.
4. Insert the side tubes into the front top corner brackets and snap into position.
5. Slide the rear base brackets and attached corner post assemblies forward and connect to the shortened side
tubes.
6. Tighten the base brackets in place.
7. Insert the end rear tubing section and fasten in place.
WARNING! Never use this rack without all four horizontal tubes and all other components in place. This rack is designed to
function as a complete unit. It will collapse and may cause injury or property damage if not supported by all components.

12. CORNER POST ASSEMBLY 13. TOP CORNER BRACKET 14. SIDE TUBING SECTION 15. END TUBING SECTION 16. INNER
TUBE PUSH-PIN 17. OUTER TUBE PUSH-PIN 18. INNER SIDE TUBE 19. OUTER SIDE TUBE
LOADING AND TYING ARTICLES
WARNING! TIE LOADS TO THE END TUBING SECTIONS ONLY! DO NOT LOAD, TIE OR HANG OBJECTS ON THE SIDE
TUBING SECTIONS. THE SIDE TUBING SECTIONS ARE DESIGNED FOR STRUCTURAL STABILITY AND SHOULD NOT BE USED
FOR BEARING WEIGHT. SIDE TUBING SECTIONS MAY BEND OR BREAK IF USED IMPROPERLY.
1. When loading the rack, try to distribute the weight evenly between the front and rear end tubing sections.
DO NOT EXCEED 300 LBS.
2. Position narrow loads toward the sides of the rack. Loading and unloading will be much easier when loads are
carried toward the sides of the rack. Never center load the rack with heavy articles.
NOTE: MIRAGE CAM BUCKLE TIEDOWN STRAPS are recommended for properly securing loads.
3. Standing beside the truck, loop the end of the tie down strap without the buckle over the top of the cargo.
4. Wrap the strap under the end tubing section, then back up over the top of the cargo.
5. Now loop the strap under the end tubing section closest to you and thread it up through the cam buckle.
6. Tighten the strap to secure your cargo in place.
CAUTION: Position your tie down straps so they do not depress any push pins and cause a tube to release from its locked position.
Always tie the ends of long loads to the truck bumpers to prevent sway or twisting action caused
by strong head winds.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The MIRAGE TRUCK RACK is guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use and service for a period
of 1 year from the date of purchase. The obligation of this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part of the MIRAGE TRUCK RACK
which fails or is defective in material and/or workmanship. Sales receipt or evidence of purchase date is required.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: Accessories, damage due to improper installation or assembly, damage to product caused by
accident, fire, flooding or acts of God, failure of this product if it is used for other than its intended purpose, or used commercially.
This limited warranty is extended only to the original owner of the MIRAGE TRUCK RACK and is valid only with respect to consumers within
the United States of America and Canada. Under no circumstances shall JEMB RACK SYSTEMS, INC. be liable for any loss or damage,
direct, consequential, or incidental, arising out of the use or inability to use this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: Send defective part, postage paid, along with a copy of your sales receipt and explanation to:
THE RACK WAREHOUSE
620 Lawrence Place
Williston, VT 05495
[phone]

RAIL TRACK INSTALLATION
TOOLS NEEDED:
Electric Drill
1/8", 1/4" Drill Bits
Phillips Screwdriver
7/16 Wrench or Socket
Diagram A. Diagram B.
1. Truck Bed Rail 2. Rail Track 3. Bolt 4. Nyloc Nut 5. Washer 6. Nylon Spacer
To assist in preventing corrosion, we recommend applying auto touch-up paint to
all bare metal after drilling.
1. Be sure the pick-up truck rail surfaces (1) are free of attachments, pre-existing burrs, bends and dirt.
2. Position the rail tracks (2) as far forward as possible on each bed rail with the cut away section fitted against
the front of the bed.
3. Carefully feel under the inside lip of your bed rail to locate three unobstructed bolting positions per rail track.
Be sure to choose bolting positions that:
a. allow the front and rear bolts to be positioned as far toward the ends of the rail tracks as possible.
b. allow access to install the washer and nyloc nut with a 7/16 wrench.
c. space the bolts evenly apart along the rail track.
4. Locate the V-groove along the inside lip of the rail track. Using a sharp 1/8" drill bit and the V-groove as a
guide, drill 1 hole through the rail track and truck bed rail in your predetermined position. Toyota Tundra Owners
only: Drill between V-groove and bottom edge of rail.
5. Using a sharp 1/4" drill bit, drill the hole again.
6. If your truck has a bed rail lip (Diagram A), insert a bolt (3) through the rail track, the nylon spacer (6) and the
truck bed rail (1) as shown. If bed rail lip is not present (Diagram B), do not use the nylon spacer. Install one
washer (5) and one nyloc nut (4) to each bolt behind the inside of the bed rail.
7. Using a Phillips screwdriver and a 5/16 wrench or socket snug the nut and bolt.
8. Repeat steps 4-7 for all remaining bolting positions.