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Alibaba / AliExpress Camper Shell Thread

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by 2018H, Apr 21, 2024.

  1. Mar 11, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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    2018H

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    I am sorry but the seller I bought my camper shell have pulled out from Alibaba.
     
  2. Mar 12, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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    No sweat! TY
     
  3. Mar 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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    Just go to Alibaba.com and talk to a supplier. Tell them what you like, select then negotiate.
     
  4. Mar 19, 2025 at 5:10 AM
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    Well, my topper leaks...pretty sure it's my fault (plus lack of actual directions...) Anyway, not really upset - seems that the Smartcaps leak too.

    I'm thinking about taking an exacto knife and trimming the rubbery-sealant that squished out and adding a bead of black silicone over top. They supplied some silicone and I didn't use it yet because I didn't want to make a big mess and was hoping it wouldn't be necessary. Also, this sealant did not squish in with any uniformity. I'm really hoping I don't have to take this thing all the way back apart.

    My plan:
    1. Trim excessive rubbery sealant
    2. Apply tape to both sides of gap
    3. Apply bead of black silicone to fill in the gap
    4. Pray it is water tight!

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  5. Mar 23, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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    Here's the update on mine: they sent me these images prior to shipping. I'm pretty optimistic and excited for it.
     
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  6. Mar 23, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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    Just be careful putting the seal. I’m not sure how to get put it on to look nice and smooth. I think I did ok, not the best though.

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  7. Mar 24, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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    Thanks for the heads up. I think yours looks great. I may take mine to one of the places that does installs here, so I don't screw it up lol
     
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