When you need to add extra carrying capacity and support to your EZGLIDE2 compact van roof rack, the WEATHER GUARD EZGLIDE2 Cross Member 60" (Model 2060-3-01) delivers professional-grade performance with lightweight aluminum construction. This 60-inch wide accessory cross member attaches easily to your existing EZGLIDE2 system, providing the additional support needed for carrying different length ladders, distributing loads more effectively, or adding versatility to your compact van's roof rack configuration. Designed specifically for compact vans including Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, and RAM CV, this cross member works with Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel kit to integrate seamlessly with your EZGLIDE2 ladder rack system. At just 6.5 pounds, the lightweight aluminum construction maximizes roof carrying capacity without consuming your vehicle's load rating with unnecessary weight, while the bright white ARMOR TUF powder coat finish ensures years of dependability. Installation takes approximately 0.4 hours (about 24 minutes), making this a quick and straightforward upgrade to enhance your existing ladder rack system. For contractors, service technicians, fleet managers, or anyone operating compact vans with EZGLIDE2 ladder racks who needs additional support for diverse ladder lengths or enhanced load distribution, this cross member provides the simple, effective solution that expands your system's versatility and capability.
Additional Support for Enhanced Versatility
The EZGLIDE2 Cross Member 60" serves as an essential accessory for compact van roof rack systems, providing the extra support point that enables greater versatility in ladder carrying configurations. When you're carrying ladders of varying lengths, the cross member provides an additional contact point that properly supports shorter ladders that might span between mounting points without adequate support. This is particularly important for step ladders, podium ladders, or shorter extension ladders that don't extend across the full length of your roof rack.
The cross member also improves load distribution across your roof rack system. By providing an intermediate support point, it helps distribute the weight of ladders and equipment more evenly across the vehicle's roof structure. This can be especially valuable when carrying multiple ladders or when transporting heavier equipment that benefits from additional support points to prevent sagging or stress concentration at mounting locations.
The 60-inch width is specifically designed for compact van applications, spanning the typical roof width of vehicles like Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, and RAM CV. This ensures proper fit and support without excessive overhang or inadequate span.
Easy Integration with EZGLIDE2 Systems
The cross member attaches easily to your existing EZGLIDE2 compact van roof rack system, providing needed extra support without requiring extensive modification or complicated installation. The design integrates seamlessly with the EZGLIDE2 architecture, maintaining the system's professional appearance and functional integrity.
The cross member works with Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel kit, ensuring compatibility with the proper mounting infrastructure for your compact van. This integration means the cross member attaches securely to the established mounting points, providing reliable support that meets the same quality standards as your primary EZGLIDE2 system.
Installation takes approximately 0.4 hours (about 24 minutes)—a quick upgrade that significantly enhances your system's versatility. The straightforward installation process means you can add this capability without extensive downtime or professional installation costs, though following manufacturer specifications ensures proper attachment and load-bearing capability.
Lightweight Aluminum Construction
The cross member is constructed from lightweight aluminum—the same strategic material choice that defines the EZGLIDE2 system's efficiency. At just 6.5 pounds, this accessory adds minimal weight to your roof rack configuration while providing substantial functional benefit. This weight efficiency is particularly important on compact vans where roof load capacity is more limited than on full-size vehicles—every pound saved on rack components means more capacity available for actual ladders and equipment.
Aluminum offers natural corrosion resistance ensuring the cross member withstands years of exposure to rain, snow, road salt, and harsh environmental conditions without rusting or deteriorating. This durability is critical for roof-mounted components that face constant weather exposure.
The bright white ARMOR TUF powder coat finish over aluminum provides additional protection against scratches and UV damage while creating a clean, professional appearance that matches your existing EZGLIDE2 system. The white finish maintains visual consistency across your roof rack configuration, reflecting heat for better temperature management and coordinating with white commercial vans.
The dimensions (approximately 62" wide, 19" high, 4" deep) provide substantial support span while maintaining a compact profile that doesn't create excessive wind resistance or visual bulk.
Key Features
- Additional Support Point: Provides extra carrying capacity for diverse ladder lengths—improves load distribution across roof
- Easy Integration: Attaches easily to existing EZGLIDE2 systems—quick 24-minute installation without extensive modification
- Lightweight 6.5 lbs: Minimal weight impact on compact van roof capacity—aluminum construction maximizes efficiency
- Compact Van Optimized: 60" width designed for Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, RAM CV
Applications and Compatibility
The EZGLIDE2 Cross Member 60" is specifically designed for compact van applications where the EZGLIDE2 ladder rack system is installed. The 60-inch width matches the roof dimensions of popular compact commercial vans, ensuring proper support across the vehicle width.
This cross member is particularly valuable for operations that carry diverse ladder inventories on compact vans—if you regularly transport both short step ladders and longer extension ladders, the cross member ensures proper support for the shorter ladders that might otherwise lack adequate contact points. It's also beneficial when carrying multiple ladders simultaneously, as the additional support point allows better organization and separation of equipment.
The cross member requires Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel kit for proper installation, ensuring integration with the established mounting infrastructure designed for your specific compact van model.
Quality and Specifications
Model Number: 2060-3-01
Style: Van Rack Accessories (EZGLIDE2 Cross Member)
Material: Aluminum
Finish: Brite White ARMOR TUF Powder Coat
Width: 60 inches
Mounting Location: Roof
Installation Time: 0.4 hours (approximately 24 minutes)
Requires: Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel Kit
Compatible With: EZGLIDE2 Compact Van Roof Rack Systems
Dimensions:
- Width: 62"
- Height: 19"
- Depth: 4"
- Weight: 6.5 lbs
Key Features:
- 60-inch width for compact vans
- Lightweight aluminum construction
- Easy attachment to EZGLIDE2 systems
- Provides additional support point
- Improves load distribution
- Bright white powder coat finish
- Corrosion-resistant materials
- Quick installation (24 minutes)
- Minimal weight (6.5 lbs)
Compatible Compact Vans:
- Ford Transit Connect
- RAM ProMaster City
- Nissan NV200
- Chevy City Express
- RAM CV
Applications:
- Compact vans with EZGLIDE2 ladder racks
- Operations carrying diverse ladder lengths
- Multiple ladder configurations
- Enhanced load distribution needs
- Professional service vehicles
- Fleet vehicles requiring versatile ladder support
Enhanced Support for Compact Van Ladder Systems
Whether you're a contractor carrying diverse ladder lengths on your compact van, a service technician needing proper support for both step and extension ladders, a fleet manager seeking to maximize the versatility of EZGLIDE2 systems across compact vehicles, or anyone operating Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200, Chevy City Express, or RAM CV vans with EZGLIDE2 ladder racks who needs additional support for optimal load distribution and equipment protection, the WEATHER GUARD EZGLIDE2 Cross Member 60" delivers the simple, effective solution.
This accessory cross member combines 60-inch width optimized for compact vans, lightweight 6.5 lb aluminum construction that doesn't consume valuable roof capacity, easy integration with existing EZGLIDE2 systems in just 24 minutes, additional support point improving load distribution and ladder versatility, bright white powder coat finish matching your existing system, corrosion-resistant materials for long-term durability, and compatibility with Model 2085-0-01 Mounting Channel kit.
This isn't just an accessory—it's a practical upgrade that enhances your EZGLIDE2 system's capability, ensuring proper support for diverse ladder configurations while maintaining the lightweight efficiency and professional appearance that define WEATHER GUARD's compact van ladder rack solutions.
Terms to Know
- Cross Member: Horizontal support bar spanning across a roof rack system—provides additional contact point for load support and distribution.
- Accessory Cross Member: Additional support component that attaches to existing roof rack system—enhances versatility without replacing primary system.
- Compact Van: Smaller commercial vans like Ford Transit Connect, RAM ProMaster City, Nissan NV200—offer efficiency and maneuverability with limited roof capacity.
- Load Distribution: Spreading weight across multiple support points—reduces stress concentration and improves overall system capability.
- Mounting Channel Kit: Vehicle-specific mounting system providing proper attachment points—Model 2085-0-01 required for this cross member installation.
- Roof Load Capacity: Maximum weight that can be safely carried on vehicle roof—critical specification for compact vans where every pound matters.
- Model 2085-0-01: WEATHER GUARD Mounting Channel kit for compact vans—provides mounting infrastructure that this cross member integrates with.
- ARMOR TUF Powder Coat: Durable finishing process creating weather-resistant, chip-resistant protection—maintains appearance and protects against corrosion.
