When you need to install folding shelving in your RAM ProMaster 159" extended wheelbase van without drilling into the floor, the WEATHER GUARD Dual Rail Shelf Mounting Kit delivers the professional solution engineered specifically for this maximum-length configuration. This automotive accessory utilizes existing mounting holes in reinforced wall sections to create secure shelf attachment points without floor penetration. The extruded aluminum mounting rails distribute weight properly while providing the structural foundation necessary for safe, reliable folding shelf installation on either the driver side rear or passenger side locations. For commercial operators, service technicians, contractors, or anyone converting a ProMaster 159" into an organized mobile workspace, this mounting rail system represents the essential foundation for professional van shelving in the longest ProMaster configuration.
ProMaster 159" Extended Wheelbase Configuration
This mounting rail kit is specifically engineered for RAM ProMaster vans with 159" extended wheelbase in high-roof or super-high-roof configurations. The 159" wheelbase is the longest ProMaster configuration, providing maximum cargo capacity and interior length. The rails measure 70" long—sized specifically for the rear mounting locations in this extended wheelbase configuration.
The kit works with both high-roof (providing standing height for most users) and super-high-roof (offering additional vertical clearance) models. By utilizing existing mounting holes in reinforced wall sections rather than drilling new holes, you preserve the van's structural integrity, maintain factory sealing and corrosion protection, avoid warranty concerns, and maintain resale value—particularly important for extended-length vans that represent substantial investments.
Extruded Aluminum Construction and Weight Distribution
The extruded aluminum construction creates a consistent, precision profile along the entire 70" length, ensuring uniform strength and proper fit with folding shelf components. At 6.1 pounds, the lightweight design makes installation straightforward while providing the structural integrity necessary to support loaded shelving. Aluminum offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio, natural corrosion resistance for long-term durability, and precision manufacturing that ensures compatibility with WEATHER GUARD folding shelf systems.
The rails measure 0.77" wide, 1.625" high, and 6" deep—dimensions engineered for ProMaster wall geometry and proper weight distribution. The design spreads shelf loads across multiple mounting points rather than concentrating forces at single locations, preventing stress on van walls, ensuring stable shelf operation when loaded, and maintaining structural integrity through years of use.
By distributing weight through wall-mounted rails rather than floor mounting, the system preserves the ProMaster's flat cargo floor—one of the van's key advantages from its front-wheel-drive design. This keeps the floor completely unobstructed for pallets, rolling equipment, or any cargo benefiting from the flat surface—particularly valuable in the extended 159" configuration where maximum floor length is often a primary reason for choosing this wheelbase.
Key Features
- ProMaster 159" Extended Wheelbase Specific: Precisely engineered 70" rails for rear locations in this maximum-length configuration
- No-Drill Installation: Uses existing mounting holes in reinforced wall sections—preserves floor and van integrity
- Flexible Mounting Location: Installs on either driver side rear or passenger side based on workflow needs
- Lightweight Aluminum: 6.1 lbs with proper weight distribution without floor drilling
Installation and Flexible Configuration
Installation takes approximately 0.5 hours (30 minutes). The process involves locating existing mounting holes in the ProMaster's reinforced wall sections, positioning the rails at the desired location (driver side rear or passenger side), securing the rails through existing holes, and attaching folding shelves to the installed system.
The flexible mounting location accommodates different workflow requirements. Some operators prefer passenger side shelving to keep the driver side clear for longer items—particularly valuable in the extended 159" configuration where maximizing floor length for dimensional materials may be critical. Others choose driver side mounting based on job site access patterns or specific operational preferences. The dual rail kit accommodates either location, allowing configuration based on actual operational needs.
This system works with WEATHER GUARD folding shelves of any size. Folding shelves provide organized storage that prevents items from shifting across the extended cargo area, fold up when not needed to maintain the flat floor advantage for pallets or bulky equipment, fold down to create secure storage compartments when needed for parts, tools, or inventory, and create professional organization that improves efficiency in maximum-capacity mobile workshops.
Quality and Warranty
The Limited Lifetime Warranty demonstrates WEATHER GUARD's confidence in design and construction quality even in this extended-length application. USA manufacturing ensures precision engineering and quality control for vehicle-specific mounting components that must fit existing holes precisely and support loaded shelving safely.
The natural aluminum finish (no powder coat) keeps weight minimal while providing corrosion resistance. The lightweight design helps maximize payload capacity—every pound matters in commercial applications, particularly in extended-length configurations where operators often utilize maximum cargo capacity.
Product Specifications
- Style: Dual Rail Shelf Mounting Kit
- Material: Extruded Aluminum
- Finish: Natural Aluminum (No Powder Coat)
- Mounting Method: Uses Existing Holes in Reinforced Wall Sections
- Mounting Location: Rear driver side OR passenger side
- Installation Time: 0.5 hours
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime
- Country of Origin: USA
Dimensions:
- Length: 70"
- Width: 0.77"
- Height: 1.625"
- Depth: 6"
- Weight: 6.1 lbs
Compatible Vehicles:
- RAM ProMaster (159" extended wheelbase)
- High-roof configuration
- Super-high-roof configuration
Mounting Locations:
- Driver side rear OR passenger side rear
- One kit installs one location
Maximum Van, Maximum Organization
Whether you're organizing a maximum-capacity mobile workshop, creating efficient parts storage across extended cargo length, standardizing fleet configurations in extended ProMaster vehicles, or maintaining the ProMaster's flat floor advantage while adding comprehensive shelving in your longest-wheelbase van, the WEATHER GUARD ProMaster 159" Folding Shelf Mounting Rails deliver the foundation you need. The combination of ProMaster-specific engineering for the 159" extended wheelbase, no-drill installation, proper weight distribution, flexible mounting location, and USA manufacturing with Limited Lifetime Warranty makes this the intelligent choice for professional upfitting in maximum-length ProMaster vans. This system transforms your extended ProMaster into an organized workspace while preserving the flat floor, structural integrity, and resale value.
Terms to Know
- 159" Extended Wheelbase: The longest ProMaster configuration providing maximum cargo capacity and interior length—wheelbase is the distance between front and rear axles.
- Mounting Rails: Structural tracks that attach to vehicle walls and provide attachment points and support for shelving systems.
- Folding Shelf: A shelf system that folds up against the wall when not needed, then folds down to create enclosed storage compartments.
- Extruded Aluminum: Aluminum shaped through a die to create a specific profile—produces consistent, precision parts with excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
- Weight Distribution: Engineering principle of spreading loads across multiple attachment points rather than concentrating force at single locations.
- No-Drill Installation: Mounting method using existing factory holes rather than drilling new ones—preserves vehicle integrity and resale value.
- High-Roof vs. Super-High-Roof: ProMaster roof height options—high-roof provides standing height, super-high-roof offers additional vertical clearance.
- Flat Floor: ProMaster's front-wheel-drive design creates a completely flat cargo floor with no driveshaft tunnel—particularly valuable in extended-length configurations.
