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Cap, Tonneau, or Naked

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by spaghettiedy, Jul 20, 2009.

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Cap, Tonneau, or Naked

  1. Cap (Hard)

    23.0%
  2. Cap (Soft)

    5.1%
  3. Tonneau (Hard)

    21.1%
  4. Tonneau (Soft)

    22.3%
  5. Naked

    31.3%
  6. Other: Please write in

    2.2%
  1. Jan 26, 2011 at 10:37 PM
    #281
    Kingfrog

    Kingfrog Well-Known Member

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    Truck had a UVS aluminum diamond plate toolbox in it but I did not need it with the rear seat area and don't care for the construction truck look...so I sold it and bought the Undercover because I want secure watertight storage when i need it with the ability to take it off when needed.

    I always had a topper on my last few trucks and I may get one and sell the Undercover but only when i find an actual NEED for it. Aesthetically they look better but I decided after years of riding bikes not to replace a fully functional prt with a shinier one for simply aesthetics. I am not "showing" the truck, nor do I am I overly concerned about others critiques. everyone decides what is best for them and whether they want to ride from the inside out or outside in, or both. Function first...

    I prefer to ride and drive from inside out since i don't "see" my own bike or truck as it passes by, LOL
     
  2. Jan 26, 2011 at 11:40 PM
    #282
    fishshooter

    fishshooter Well-Known Member

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    That's what I've got. Really like it. I've seen some great looking caps on the forum, if I didn't haul compost and dirt so often, I'd get one.
     
  3. Jan 27, 2011 at 7:58 AM
    #283
    cmouse

    cmouse Well-Known Member

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    I have installed the trac rac system with a tool box. It is awesome for what I need. I would like to get a toeeau type cover for the balance of the bed...it is a short bed so I am limited. Any suggestions on a mod to cover the exposed area? Looking for specific products and other ideas.
    THX
     
  4. Feb 3, 2011 at 7:10 PM
    #284
    dfenter84

    dfenter84 Well-Known Member

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    MIne is naked right now and I like it, i've never liked caps too much however eventually I really want one of those soft caps that folds down. Nothing sucks worse than driving a good distance with cargo in the bed and it starts raining.
     
  5. Feb 3, 2011 at 10:37 PM
    #285
    MaTt98

    MaTt98 Well-Known Member

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    NAKED!!! ohh wait trucks yeah im going to go with a cap i love haveing a place thats weather proof and my dog also likes it
     
  6. Feb 3, 2011 at 10:48 PM
    #286
    hypeitup

    hypeitup Well-Known Member

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    You can always take your cap on and off. I used to have a roll up tonneau but a bear ripped it off...

    [​IMG]
     
  7. Feb 8, 2011 at 4:34 PM
    #287
    Tacoma831

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    OME 886 Coils, OME Shocks, OME Dakars, Snug Top, De-Badged, ARB Bullbar, XRC8 Winch
    Caps are sick. I have a Snugtop and it is really nice having the covered storage especially during the winter. I built an easily removable raised sleeping platform which is great for lots of things; not just sleeping. (I got the idea off of TW) I remove it for summer time though, I like it better without. :)

    P1050125_0e6ce8da2196642ac8a9029615d2fe3dc491c366.jpg
     
  8. Feb 8, 2011 at 11:15 PM
    #288
    hypeitup

    hypeitup Well-Known Member

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  9. Feb 9, 2011 at 9:05 AM
    #289
    Tacoma831

    Tacoma831 Member

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    Thats sick he has some good ideas
     
  10. Feb 9, 2011 at 12:55 PM
    #290
    joleger

    joleger Well-Known Member

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    x2
     
  11. Feb 9, 2011 at 1:01 PM
    #291
    crf69

    crf69 scraping my emblems off my plasti-dip

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    ummm yeah
    i went Leer 100R 1380 with driver windoor removable slider and headliner
    i love it so far!!!i got a airbedz so that is even more badass i cant wait to go camping/riding dirtbike
    IMG_8610-1_52404a48e569145e32679de7d747acc0a47d1f42.jpg
     
  12. Feb 9, 2011 at 7:24 PM
    #292
    Illryion

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    capped. just added the ARE cap today. Gotta have somewhere to tuck the doggies and the gear.

    [​IMG]
     
  13. Feb 10, 2011 at 12:08 AM
    #293
    Houston-76

    Houston-76 Well-Known Member

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    I vote caped wish i had the $ to get one now :)
     
  14. Feb 14, 2011 at 10:06 AM
    #294
    ser240z

    ser240z Well-Known Member

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    Just FYI and curious.

    I have the ARE tonneau, and it rubbed a bare spot on my tailgate. Anybody else get this?
     
  15. Feb 14, 2011 at 10:31 AM
    #295
    Tacoma831

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    I have a line on my tailgate where the door of my Snugtop wore through the paint.
     
  16. Feb 14, 2011 at 11:49 AM
    #296
    TacoDaTugBoat

    TacoDaTugBoat Well-Known Member

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    I have a soft cover, but I want a cap. I store tools and toys back there and would like to keep them safe. Now I have to operate under "out of site" principle. However, in the summer it usually rolls naked. In the winter stays covered. I hate shoveling snow and ice out of my bed.
     
  17. Feb 16, 2011 at 7:51 PM
    #297
    DdayIsNear

    DdayIsNear Well-Known Member

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    if you got a sb, maybe ill take that cover so you can get a cap
     
  18. Feb 16, 2011 at 8:02 PM
    #298
    navysealboy93

    navysealboy93 Well-Known Member

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    ARB front bumper, wagon wheels, 235/85 wranger's, OME 1.5 in. lift and Dakar springs.
    This
    [​IMG]

    Works perfectly.
     
  19. Mar 13, 2011 at 2:10 PM
    #299
    Dr. Sleep

    Dr. Sleep Well-Known Member

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    I installed a Fold-a-Cover. I'm been impressed with its durability and function.

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    Here's a better shot of the cover from the website:

    Foldacovereliteback_9324f0579bf1f08dad6af59357e234bccad94033.jpg
     
  20. Mar 16, 2011 at 6:12 PM
    #300
    plee33

    plee33 Well-Known Member

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    SnugTop SuperSport Shell, BedRug, OME Heavy Duty Lift Kit, Weathertech Liners, more to come....
    The world is never safe.
     

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