Vantech® J2032B First Impressions
Well made and securely packed with good instructions, mostly straightforward installation. Lightweight and sturdy, all parts assembled easily except for inserting the roof mount bolts. I was expecting this problem from reading other reviews so not too frustrating. I used longer bolts and getting them into the bottom bracket took some patience. I was able to put the bracket in a padded vise and bend it outward slightly to get the bolts inserted. Once that was accomplished the install was very easy. I will need to do some touch up painting where the bolts rubbed the bracket during insertion. I am pleased with the looks and the function but have not carried any loads yet. It is the perfect height to use as a grab rail to help me step up onto the bumper for launching a boat. Areas I will be watching are the end tabs and the rub strip on the top of the cross members. The end tabs are held on by two screws and fit perfectly but could bend it the load is not fully secured. The rub strip might show some wear after sliding a few sheets of plywood or 2 X 12s. on and off.
Vantech® J2032B - J2000 Series™ Pickup Rack System