Over shell/over cab ladder rack for 2nd Gen tacomas

So I have a 2010 TRD Offroad double cab with a century cap. I'd like to keep the cap but add a rack to haul lumber at some point. I'd ideally have the ability to put a decent amount of weight on the rack (I don't like the idea of putting the rack on the top of my camper shell) I'd like it to attach to the bed and extend over the cab (as I'm sure you've probably seen examples of). I called a few places and they said because I have a 2nd Gen Tacoma, I have a composite bed, and therefore I can't fasten anything load bearing onto it. They all said my only option was a rack mounted to the top of my shell but i'd only be able to haul like 200LBS. Anyone else run into this and come up with a solution? Thanks in advance!

 

I was recently thinking same thing but honestly it came down to weight and the composite sides. I already put bed stiffeners on the truck because the campershell had put almost 5/16" gaps between tailgate and bedsides at the top.

I also have some extra weight with toolbox and tools. I have the weight handled with good springs and shocks but id rather not add anymore Constant weight. Not sure how much a steel ladder rack weighs but can only imagine what it'd do to those bedsides.

I was thinking a yakima rack was my only option, it's actually sitting in garage, but just dont think it will work well for lumber as i work in carpentry so i might just send it back. I think a side mounting rack like the hauler may be best option for people like us. The vertical sides of shell supposably handle more weight than top of shell but i think theyre kinda ugly. Possibly fab some and powdercoat similar ines but hopefully better looking in the near future though. Actually my brothers a killer welder by trade so I wouldn't be doing much.

I also looked in to the alurack. Its aluminum ladder rack that mounts to top of shell but that probably wouldnt help ya weight capacity wise. Its made for vans but heres one on a newer tacoma and some vans below.

Let me know how ya precede tho.

 

What they told you is false. You can get one that has the extended tabs and mounts to the bed. I had a regular one (not used with a camper) it mounted just fine. And I have friends and coworkers that have camper shells and have the lumber rack as well

I've had probably over 1000 pounds on mine

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/brand-new-building-a-ladder-rack-advice.64974/

 

The lumber rack company Rack It makes a special mounting kit for the composite bed. They make a camper shell rack in steel or aluminum for that install kit. The aluminum rack is rated at 1000 lbs and runs around $1200 in my area of nor Cal. The steel rack is a bit stronger, but heavier. It runs around $800. The kit transfers the weight of the rack and load to the chassis, not to the plastic bed sides. This is definitely the way to go if you plan on hauling lumber or anything that has some weight to it. The company has good info on their website. Cheers!

 

I had the steel one. It was about $700+