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Looking for a shell or canvas topper

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by tataco, Mar 27, 2014.

  1. Mar 27, 2014 at 11:47 AM
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    tataco

    tataco [OP] Member

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    I am looking for a camper shell or canvas topper for the truck and would love to see some pics to give me an idea.

    Thanks Tacoma world
     
  2. Mar 27, 2014 at 7:25 PM
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    Lumpskie

    Lumpskie Independent Thinker

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    I've got a soft topper and really like it because it take less than one minute to convert your truck to an open bed, or a topped bed. I also like that you can fold it forward, or just roll up the sides.

    I've taken mine through every type of terrain in all kinds of weather for almost 6 years now and it shows almost no signs of wear.

    Proof is in the pics!

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    Sorry for the picture overload... I'm punchy today:p
     
  3. Mar 27, 2014 at 7:44 PM
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    thegame

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    X2 on the Softopper. I just got a brand new one and its loads better than the Softopper I had 10 years ago.
     
  4. Mar 27, 2014 at 7:47 PM
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    w00dy

    w00dy Hey Now!

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    Hey op. There is a member who lives in your state (I think) who used to make toppers. He made mine
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    I wish I had a mountain or 2 behind my truck...just a silly flatlander. Lol
     
  5. Mar 28, 2014 at 12:43 PM
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    getsideways

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    I don't have any pics of mine on my truck, but I have a stoptopper and really like it. I'm looking to sell it, pm me if you're interested.
     
  6. Mar 31, 2014 at 8:56 AM
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    tataco

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    Great pics...loft the soft topper...I love how accessible the bed is with the soft topper and looks really cool...However it would be nice to be able to lock it. How much was yours and where did you buy it from
     
  7. Apr 1, 2014 at 9:00 AM
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    This softtopper looks like a nice addition...
     
  8. Apr 1, 2014 at 6:26 PM
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    Lumpskie

    Lumpskie Independent Thinker

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    Thanks, man. I bought mine straight from Softopper for $550.
     
  9. Apr 1, 2014 at 9:29 PM
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    I bought mine a couple weeks ago. It was $660 shipped and it shipped the same day. Best price anywhere on the internet www.softopper.com
     
  10. Apr 23, 2014 at 9:40 PM
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    tataco

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    I just tried to order mine and they are going to charge me $629..Did you get a tw member discount?..i know i saw a discount somewhere for toytech lifts. did you get yours without the mesh rear screen?
     
  11. Apr 24, 2014 at 4:22 AM
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    exminnesotaboy

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    Lumpskie said he bought it 6 years ago, that is probably why the $550 price. I just bought one 2 weeks ago at the $629 price + cover + shipping = $713.xx. After researching, the best price was directly through softopper.com

    Installation was a breeze - just make sure you apply the seam sealer and let it dry before installation. Went camping last weekend and very happy with it.
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  12. Apr 24, 2014 at 9:56 PM
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    tataco

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    love the soft topper wish I had the money to buy one...I found this hard topper for 200 just need to fix the door amd its brand new....

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