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Who Here is Sporting a Camper Shell?

Discussion in '5 Lug' started by aggiepack, Nov 15, 2010.

  1. Nov 15, 2010 at 10:29 AM
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    aggiepack

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    Hey TW. Was browsing through Craigslist the other day and saw this really sweet looking black camper shell. Unfortunately it would look completely wrong with my white taco, but regardless, it sparked a question in my mind. I'm just wondering who here uses one on their truck(s). Post pics? I know there're a good amount of threads on this topic, but I thought I'd try with the 5 lug community

    **On a side note: is it just me or does having a camper shell somewhat obstruct your view when driving? my dad has a camper shell on his tundra and I definitely feel that your view is limited as opposed to not having one, which is exactly the reason why I don't (plus I don't need to store anything)
     
  2. Nov 15, 2010 at 10:50 AM
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    There's already a campshell thread....
     
  3. Nov 15, 2010 at 11:16 AM
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    a whole lotta people. I have a snug top topper....absolutly amazing
     
  4. Nov 15, 2010 at 11:18 AM
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    I have a camper on my access cab. I find that it does create a bit of a blind spot on the driver's side. But if you adjust your mirrors correctly, you should be fine.
     
  5. Nov 15, 2010 at 11:25 AM
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  6. Nov 19, 2010 at 9:41 AM
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    neslerrah

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    I like how you include this in your first post and some how you get a response saying there are already threads about this and you got a link to one. :p

    I don't feel the camper obstructs any of the views behind me. I use the side mirrors more when I reverse. I only use the rear view mirror to look at my Toy-YODA decal :D. I can still look in the rearview mirror and see what I need to see, so no problems with the camper.

    Here are pictures of my 5 lug with camper top.

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  7. Nov 19, 2010 at 9:33 PM
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  8. Nov 19, 2010 at 10:09 PM
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    i had a leer shell meant for a 1st gen taco on my old mazda sometimes, just sold it to a guy with a 95 4wd xcab earlier today ... id like to get one for my t100 one day but am not holding out hope of finding a used one anytime soon

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  9. Nov 20, 2010 at 1:53 PM
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    From the Craigslist ad:
    Here are some specs from Toyota website about our bed: bed length x bed width = 73.5" x 56.7"
    At first, it seems the bed width is short, but after going to the Leer website and filling the info (at this LINK) it shows it will fit.

    Yes, it will fit. :)
     
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    yea that should fit newer tacos ... the one i just sold was 60 wide x 75 long and it fit the 95 of the guy i sold it to great
     
  11. Nov 20, 2010 at 8:38 PM
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    Ever think about one of these?

    [​IMG]

    I've had my Softopper for a while and its awesome.
     
  12. Nov 20, 2010 at 8:42 PM
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    I have a Leer shell on mine. I need it for the dog. I had some aluminum screens installed for the dog and also to add a little bit of security. A buddy of mine painted the screens to match the truck. It looks great. I'll try and post a pic later. I never liked a shell on a pick up before but now that I have it, I like it.
     
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    my dads friend has one of those on his srunner ... tommorow on the way to the bar for the "sunday morning dice game" ill cruise past his house and see if i can grab a pic of it
     
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    My buddies ARE shell is sucking in dust around the rear seal,,horribly. not a very good seal on the rear glass/door. whole inside of bed and stuff inside has a layer of dust on everything.
     
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    i realise my shell on my old mazda was for a taco and had a gap, but mine sucked in plenty of dust as well, i dont think camper shells are meant to be airtight, you want airtight shoulda bought an suv imo
     
  16. Nov 21, 2010 at 8:08 AM
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    X2, yeah you should pack your stuff like the shell isn't on.
     
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    K, didn't know if that was a standard issue or not, just stating what he was saying and I was seeing.

    His is a 2010 4 door V6 TRD Taco, with a brand new ARE shell.
     
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    Looks nice. BTW Welcome to TW.
     

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