• Retain rear view visibility
• Holds 300 pounds
• Leaves bed unobstructed
• Shocks assist cargo lift
• Keyed security latch
• Adjustable storage height
• Easily installs on bedrails of any truck cap

Approximately 1 hour for installation
For proper installation read very carefully.

Tools required:
Tape measure, 4 C-clamps or 4 canopy clamps (for option 1), drill & 7/16 inch drill bit (option 2), two 30 inch high saw horses or a crate / box, 9/16 & 3/4 inch sockets w/ ratchet, crescent wrench, wire snips, 2 people for tray install.

1. Clamp bedrail runners to canopy with the ball studs towards the front. Leave about 1 inch of space between the steel runner and the front of the canopy. If choosing the bolt option DO NOT drill and bolt yet. If you have channel style canopy rails you may need to use the 3/8 x 4 inch aluminum spacers, countersink screws and coarse thread nylock nuts on the bottom of the clamp / bolt tabs, only if necessary.

2. Install leg sockets and legs on the adjustable tabs loosely with 1/2 inch washers, lock washers and bolts. Make sure the two hole tabs on the top of the legs are facing each other. Set legs on lowest setting. Adjust the leg socket spacing to 4 foot 6 inches. Rotate rear legs 90 degrees forward to allow room for the tray to be placed.

3. Insert 2 1/2 inch bolts with washers down through each corner of the main frame. Place 30 inch saw horses, crate or box in the truck bed, with 2 people place the frame & tray assembly on top with the handle facing back. DO NOT disassemble the tray from the frame, this is tuned and adjusted from the factory. Doing so may void your warranty. Bolt leg tabs to tray assembly using bolts, washers and fine thread nylock nuts. Make sure when tightening the sockets are properly adjusting in the slotted tabs on the rail runners. 

4. Now that all components are bolted together, move Cargobat to desired height and location leaving at least 1 inch of space between the canopy and Cargobat. When tightening leg bolts make sure to tighten enough so the sockets pinch the legs. Now you may drill and bolt to the bedrail if desired. If clamping you must use the number of clamps the canopy manufacturer specifies in addition to using 4 clamps for the Cargobat.

5. Screw the nylon ball sockets on the end of the shocks. Install shocks by attaching the 1/4 inch piston to the aluminum tray first, then attach the 3/4 inch ram to the rail runners (this may take 2 people). The sockets should snap over the ball studs without removing the metal clips. Be very careful not to bend the shocks during installation. Check for proper operation.

6. Make sure to carefully read the warning and usage instructions prior to use.

A Cargobat is a steel and aluminum framed storage system designed to provide storage and security in trucks with canopy’s

 2. How does a Cargobat work? 

The steel frame either bolts or clamps to the bedrail of a truck. Then the aluminum tray hinges in the front and latches in the rear giving access to the stored cargo.

 3. How much storage will I get? 

You can expect to get at least 8 inches and as much as 20 inches. Depending on the adjustment settings you have the legs set at and the type of canopy you have. The full size models are adjustable from 12” to 18” above the bedrails and the compacts from 10” to 16” above the bedrails.

 4. How much weight will the Cargobat hold and how do I lift it? 

The system is engineered to hold up to 300 pounds. Attached to the tray and the frame there are (2) 70 lb. compression shocks that assist in the cargo lift. The shocks exert about an additional 30 pounds at the rear. If you find that you would like more assistance from the shocks we offer a Free Shock Upgrade to 75lb., 100lb., 125lb., and 150lb. shocks.

 5. How do I load and unload my cargo? 

You simply turn the handle in the back and the latch mechanism retracts 2 stainless steel rods, then the tray opens about 16 inches. A “Grabber Bar” is provided to assist with moving cargo from front to rear so you should never have to crawl inside the truck to access your cargo. To close simply push up evenly on the tray and the latch will automatically lock the tray in the secure position.

 6. Is the Cargobat easy to install? 

Yes, if you have basic tool knowledge and a second person to help lift the tray assembly in place it should take about 30 minutes.