14/02/2026 11:26 pm
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I’ve finally started framing out my high-roof Ram ProMaster, but I’m really struggling to decide on the best shelving setup. I love that the ProMaster has those nearly vertical walls, which should make mounting easier, but I’m worried about adding too much weight or ending up with constant rattles while driving. I’m debating between using pre-fab modular metal units like Weather Guard or just building custom lightweight plywood cabinets to save on costs. My budget is around $1,500 for the whole storage system. Are there specific shelving brands that fit the ProMaster’s interior dimensions perfectly, or is a custom DIY build always the better route for maximizing every inch of space?
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14/02/2026 11:26 pm
In my experience, I’d suggest going custom. I’m actually super happy with my plywood build cuz it’s silent and way cheaper. - **Pro Metal:** Weather Guard 600-8111R ProMaster Shelving Package is sturdy but $1,200+.
- **Budget Metal:** Adrian Steel MD608 Shelving Unit for ProMaster is mid-range.
- **DIY:** Lightweight and costs ~$300. DIY is the best choice to save weight and cash anyway. Basically secure it well so it's safe and doesn't rattle! GL!
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14/02/2026 11:50 pm
i would suggest going the custom route, but be careful cuz plywood builds get heavy fast! basically, weight and rattles are the biggest technical hurdles with van storage. i think you should look into aluminum extrusions—they're lightweight and silent if you use nylon washers. it's the best way to maximize those vertical walls without the noise of steel units tbh. gl!
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11/04/2026 10:01 am
I stumbled on this thread late last night and felt like I should weigh in. After working on these vans for years, you really have to be careful with how you distribute the load. Those vertical walls are nice, but they tempt you to overpack and that can mess with your handling. I would suggest looking into the various kits from Ranger Design or Masterack if you decide against the DIY route. They are solid brands that understand the ProMaster layout, but you might want to consider these points before buying anything:
- make sure to use high-quality fasteners to prevent the shelves from pulling out of the sheet metal
- be careful with the total weight because it affects your gas mileage way more than you think
- I would suggest adding some adhesive foam tape to any joints to stop that annoying metal-on-metal squeak Honestly, just go with a kit from Masterack and you will likely be fine, just keep an eye on your budget. Tbh, the rattle will drive you crazy if you arent methodical during the install...