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Ensure the carriers sit vertically on the bars

7

Tighten the Knobs

8

Secure straps

11

In some cases, the 
bracket and the bail 
may not be parallel

If the bolts seem 
too short, use 
the longer bolts 
included in this kit

(longer bolts)

BOLTS MUST NOT EXTEND ABOVE THE KNOBS.

If bolts extend above the knob, you 

must use the shorter bolts

OK

OK

Adjust foam pads to support boat at contact points

9

Note: Some lacquer hull 

fi

 nishes may stick to pads. 

Protect with soft cloth.

Load the boat, and tie it down

10

• Loop strap around hoop of carrier. 
• Bring straps up and over boat so that they 

hang in front of the boat. 

• Slide buckle up so that it hangs at top edge of boat. 
• Thread end of strap around tower or crossbar.

•  Press open buckle 

and insert end of 
strap.

• To tighten straps, 

hold and pull. 

• Secure the loose 

ends.

Antenna on the 

roof may need 
to be removed 

to prevent 

interference

with long loads

Summary of Contents for J-Cradle

Page 1: ...uring the racks and accessories to your car checking the attachments prior to use and periodically inspecting the products for adjustment wear and damage Therefore you must read and understand all of the instructions and cautions supplied with your Prorack product prior to installation or use If you do not understand all of the instructions and cautions or if you have no mechanical experience and ...

Page 2: ...bails to metal brackets using long bolts 4 Plugs can be used only once If you reconfigure the bases see your Prorack Dealer for replacement plugs 8890058 Insert bolt into round hole and T bolt into slotted hole Attach the Knobs 5 With the T bolt free position the J Cradles on the factory crossbars 6 Install metal bracket over bases ...

Page 3: ...ter bolts OK OK Adjust foam pads to support boat at contact points 9 Note Some lacquer hull finishes may stick to pads Protect with soft cloth Load the boat and tie it down 10 Loop strap around hoop of carrier Bring straps up and over boat so that they hang in front of the boat Slide buckle up so that it hangs at top edge of boat Thread end of strap around tower or crossbar Press open buckle and i...

Page 4: ...TE Twisting the strap will help reduce wind vibration Insert end of plain strap into buckle press tab Adjust strap tension by pulling plain end Hook the strap to a metal surface on the bumper tow loop or frame hole using hook Failure to secure front and rear of long loads to ends of vehicle can result in property damage personal injury or death 15 17 Apply even pressure to front and rear straps Bi...

Page 5: ... Ensure all hardware is secured according to instructions Test movement by rocking boat Tighten again if loose Attachment hardware can loosen over time Check straps periodically during travel and tighten if necessary Replace any straps that are worn or frayed before using see your Prorack dealer Some longer loads may prevent the rear hatch from fully opening Always use caution when opening your ha...

Page 6: ...00010663 PR3105 Rev3 Prorack 17 Hinkler Court Brendale QLD 4500 Australia Freephone AU 1800 143 548 www prorack com au NZ 0800 4776 722 www prorack co nz ALL CONTENT SUBJECT TO YAKIMA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD COPYRIGHT 2015 ...

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