GFC finally releases the new Topper

Holy hell, so for 4.5k I don't get a fold-down rear window, or powder coat to match. If I was looking at this, I would buy a sungtop or just save up the 2 grand and get the camper.

 

You can get different colors they provide, but I believe it is extra $$$. Idk how much

 

Also note that to sell on TW you need to have a message count higher than 50. The Mods are pretty strict about enforcing the BST rules.

 

Ah gotcha. Won’t be selling on here then. No worries. Thanks for the heads up.

 

whoa, you’re almost 9 years on TW with only39 post?!

you’ll be fine if you just post in this thread 11 more times. Good luck!

 

This is a quote from July.

Your Truck Details: 2017 • Toyota • Tacoma • Double Cab • 60.3 in.

A.R.E. Model: CX HD

Your Cap Build:
• Interior Carpet: Dark Gray Headliner
• Front Window: Aluminum Framed Tilt-Down Sliding Window
• Light Option: 12V LED Dome Light & Dual Rope Lights
• Prop Switch: Prop Switch For 12V LED Dome Light & Dual Rope Lights
• Side Window: Outdoorsman Vented Windoor
• Rear Door: Aluminum Framed Single T Door
• Roof Rack: Roof Tracks Only
• Bedrug Option: Yes
Coupon Selection: $50 Off BedRug Classic Bed Liner Purchase

Date Received: July 12, 2022 - 9:21:33 PM EDT

Your Cost*: $4097.18
THE BEDRUG WITH TAX AND INSTALL WILL COST $675

*This quoted price includes tax and install

If you have any additional questions please email, call, or stop in and see us. We look forward to outfitting your truck!

 

The gfc camper is 9k with the windows and tent windows

 

Unless you're really stuck on GFC, I don't think this price point makes much sense. AluCab isn't MUCH cheaper, but their new Contour canopy seems to be just about perfect. You can get a deal on the outgoing Explorer canopies too.

 

RLD designs is around the same price, 1 piece, and about 50 pounds lighter. looks similar enough to the rsi and alucab

 

The window doesn't open on the regular GFC either. It would be a nice option, particularly for cleaning the outside of the windows, but I don't think it's one I would have taken.

 

Hmmm what a tough call.

I’ve got a Smartcap on order through a local-ish dealer but just watched GFC’s video for the fourth time…

Often need to carry 16’ lumber on my truck. Currently have a rack on it that ends just past my cab. If I can add something to the top of my cab in plane with the GFC beef bars, it would probably be fine to carry these lengths. Not sure if want to drill into the top of the cab. Is there such a bar that would attach to the top of the cab and accept GFC’s beef bars?

At that point, I might be inclined to get a GFC camper and have a pretty sick work / camp / bike / vacation rig.

 

i just put in the deposit on one. weight is a issue plus availibilty and lead times. this was the best that would fit my needs.

 

There are several “cab racks” and I’ll have to do some digging myself to find out their height in relation to gfc beef bar height. I wouldn’t mind having them (cab rack) even slightly below beef bar height. Lumber, boards, etc that are long enough to span the topper and cab wont be affected by a slight height difference. Just need the cab rack to clear our Alucab when I throw it on for camp duties.

I’ll update this thread come December after the topper install. Will take measurements and see what’s available out there as far as cab racks.

 

That is for the arch supports and "plans". Kinda funny if anyone actually bit on that rotten cheese.

 

they sell it fully assembled too.

 

Reality. Four years ago I paid ~ 3K for my new installed Snugtop. I shopped and shopped. The subject of this thread is IMHO a better product. Reality is for your expected half off, you are looking at beat up four year old Snugtops like mine.

 

I didn't get the impression that they were trying to hoodwink anyone with "rotten cheese." It's pretty clear, to me anyway, that it's plans or just the parts kit and that it was still a DIY thing.

It is still the cheapest option I've seen.

I've definitely contemplated putting one on my old Ranger.

 

Cool. Good luck.

 

Thanks? Not sure why I'd need luck.

 

Relax. Just an expression.